Oxford University Pres, Date: 1979. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,550grams, ISBN:0192812734 1979. Oxford University Pres ISBN 0192812734 9780192812735 [GB]

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Oxford: Oxford University Press. Good. Date: 1979. Paperback. 0192812734 . 192 pages . 1979. Oxford University Press ISBN 0192812734 9780192812735 [US]

Oxford: Oxford University Press, Date: 1979. Reprint in soft cover format, large 8vo, 192pp, photo illustrations, line drawings by Lancaster and others, card covers, VG+ Copy. Reprint. Soft Cover. Very Good. Illus. by Lancaster, Osbert. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. 1979. Oxford University Press ISBN 0192812734 9780192812735 [GB]

Oxford University Press, Incorporated. Used - Good. Ships from the UK. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Oxford University Press, Incorporated ISBN 0192812734 9780192812735 [GB]

Oxford University Press. , Date: 1979. New edition. Paper covers. V.g./No Jacket. Owner's label. 1979. Oxford University Press. ISBN 0192812734 9780192812735 [GB]

Oxford University Press, Oxford, first paperback edition, Date: 1979. Laminated illustrated wrappers, 8vo, 25 cm,. xiii, [1], 192 pp, numerous ills. From the blurb - "The Oxford University Chest is that august university's quaint term for its treasury, so called because its curators used to keep the cash in an iron-studded box. Sir John Betjeman’s book is, therefore, aptly named, for it is a treasure-house of amusing sketches of university life, lyrical tributes to Oxford’s pastoral pleasures, and characteristically pungent architectural judgements. First published in 1938, and reproduced here without revision or retrospective embellishment, An Oxford University Cbest is a delightful period piece, an unashamedly sentimental evocation of the charms, beauties, and absurdities of Oxford. For Betjeman there are three Oxfords: ’Christminster’, ’Motopolis', and the University. ’Christminster’ is the market town of Hardy’s Jude the Obscure, with its narrow streets, terrace-houses, local pubs, and cheerful community spirit. ’Motopolis' is Betjeman’s name for the industrial invasion of the town begun by Lord Nuffield's motor car factory. But the University is the real focus of this book — its ridiculous yet magnificent pageantry, its bewildering vocabulary (’Schools’, ’Torpids’, ’subfusc'), and above all its ’characters’. We meet Professor Harpoon, pottering along ...

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ISBN10: 0192812734, ISBN13: 9780192812735, [publisher: Oxford University Press, Oxford, first paperback edition, 1979] Softcover First Edition Laminated illustrated wrappers, 8vo, 25 cm, xiii, [1], 192 pp, numerous ills. From the blurb - "The Oxford University Chest is that august university's quaint term for its treasury, so called because its curators used to keep the cash in an iron-studded box. Sir John Betjeman’s book is, therefore, aptly named, for it is a treasure-house of amusing sketches of university life, lyrical tributes to Oxford’s pastoral pleasures, and characteristically pungent architectural judgements. First published in 1938, and reproduced here without revision or retrospective embellishment, An Oxford University Cbest is a delightful period piece, an unashamedly sentimental evocation of the charms, beauties, and absurdities of Oxford. For Betjeman there are three Oxfords: ’Christminster’, ’Motopolis', and the University. ’Christminster’ is the market town of Hardy’s Jude the Obscure, with its narrow streets, terrace-houses, local pubs, and cheerful community spirit. ’Motopolis' is Betjeman’s name for the industrial invasion of the town begun by Lord Nuffield's motor car factory. But the University is the real focus of this book — its ridiculous yet magnificent pageantry, its bewildering vocabulary (’Schools’, ’Torpids’, ’subfusc'), and above all its ’characters’. We meet Professor Harpoon, ...
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Oxford University Press, Incorporated. Used - Good. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Oxford University Press, Incorporated ISBN 0192812734 9780192812735 [US]

Oxford : Oxford University Press, Date: 1979. Pbk edition. Softcover. Very good paperback copy; edges somewhat slightly dust-dulled and nicked. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. Physical description; xix, 192 p., [27] leaves of plates : ill. ; 25 cm. Subjects; University of Oxford — Pictorial works. Oxford (England) — Description and travel. Dates covered: 1930-1940. 1979. Oxford : Oxford University Press ISBN 0192812734 9780192812735 [IE]

New York: Oxford University Press, Date: 1979. Paperback. Very Good +. 7 x 10 in. Paper wraps. Condition is VERY GOOD+ ; minor wear, clean, spine a bit toned. Binding tight and text unmarked. U. Stax. 1979. Oxford University Press ISBN 0192812734 9780192812735 [US]

Oxford University Pres 1979 New edition. New edition. Paperback This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has soft covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 550grams, ISBN: 0192812734.

Oxford University Pres 1979 New edition. New edition. Paperback This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has soft covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 550grams, ISBN: 0192812734.

Oxford: Oxford University Press, Date: 1979 A wonderful memoir and history of Oxford, orginally published in 1938, arguably the heydays of the institution. From the back cover: For Betjeman there are three Oxfords: 'Christminster', Motopolis', and the University. 'Christminster' is the market town of Hardy's Jude the Obscure, with its narrow streets, terrace houses, local pubs, and cheerful community spirit. Motopolis' is Betjeman's name for the industrial invasion of the town begun by Lord Nuffield's motor car factory. But the University is the real focus of this book - its ridiculous yet magnificent pageantry, its bewildering vocabulary ('Schools', 'Torpids', 'subfusc'), and above all its characters'. ----------------------------------------- 192 pages, lavishly illustrated. Index. ---------- Orders of $100.00 or more are shipped using tracked courier delivery services. Size: Approx 7" Wide By 10" Tall 1979. Oxford University Press ISBN 0192812734 9780192812735 [ZA]

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