Daydream For A Dime and Other Stories Author:John Strong This collection of short stories reflects the experiences of the author. John Strong worked as a junior doctor in the 1950’s in places as diverse as Dublin, West Africa and the UK. — However, not all the stories have a medical dimension. They include a wide variety of characters ranging from a... more »n irascible surgeon, a distinguished member of a London club to a mother giving birth in a Dublin tenement. A couple of the stories are set in 1950’s West Africa, giving a fascinating insight into relationships.
Some of the stories reflect true-life situations, others are entirely fictional. Many are humorous but often contain a degree of pathos. The volume also includes several short poems.
This book would be an ideal companion for a long air flight or train journey.« less