Oxford (Landmark Visitor Guide)

by Farrol Kahn (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  2002

  $5.60

  A new title in the Landmark Series this year. This thoroughly researched Guide to Oxford uncovers a wealth of fascinating information on the city, college life, people and places to visit, not usually included in other guides. * Walking tours: In and Around Oxford; Art Galleries and Museums, Culture, Excursions * Architectural highlights and profile of city, including 3 star, 2 star and 1 star sights * Lifts lid on contemporary university; interviews with Heads of Colleges and Dons give a realistic picture * Suitable for day trippers and the cultural visitors requiring more detailed information for a longer stay * Reveals Shakespeare's intimate link with Oxford through an illegitimate son * Features on famous authors such as J R Tolkien and Lewis Carroll * Special section on women in Oxford; Americans in Oxford * Unknown Oxford; famous street; home of new mini; top classic interior designer; gardens; Hollywood film designer of 2001; Mother Theresa's successor; Superman * Landmark FactFile - a comprehensive listing of attractions and opening times