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Walking Oxford Vicky Wilson

Walking Oxford By Vicky Wilson

Walking Oxford by Vicky Wilson


$28.49
Condition - Very Good
7 in stock

Summary

Walking Oxford tells the story of the city, its people and places in eight surprising walks. Readers will explore many of the colleges and majestic University buildings, but also look beyond the famous dreaming spires to uncover a diverse story of millstreams and medieval lanes, breweries and jam factories, social housing and grand suburbs.

Walking Oxford Summary

Walking Oxford by Vicky Wilson

The eight walks in this book look beyond Oxford's famous dreaming spires to uncover a diverse story of millstreams and medieval lanes, breweries and jam factories, social housing and grand suburbs, religion and science. As well as including the many colleges and majestic University buildings, the walks explore the particular circumstances of the areas they cover and tell the stories of the extraordinary people who shaped Oxford's history - and often that of the world beyond * 8 illustrated walks * details on the best cafes & pubs * information on local attractions, museums and galleries * maps - to help you navigate

Table of Contents

1. North of the High: from medieval to moderne 2. South of the Broad: town & gown 3. East of St Giles': from religion to reason & back again 4. Four Colleges & a Cathedral 5. West of Carfax: industry & reform 6. Jericho: work & welfare 7. North Oxford: a new suburb & its women pioneers 8. Along the Thames: power & pleasure

Additional information

GOR012088350
9781902910673
1902910672
Walking Oxford by Vicky Wilson
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Metro Publications Ltd
2021-06-15
400
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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