Project Gutenberg 2004-08-22 Public domain in the USA. 72 Wells, J. (Joseph) 1855 1929 Wells, Joseph The Charm of Oxford Reading ease score: 58.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. This eBook was produced by Philip H Hitchcock "The Charm of Oxford" by J. Wells is a richly illustrated historical account written in the early 20th century. This second edition of the work seeks to explore the allure of Oxford, covering its unique architecture, historical significance, and the vibrant academic life that it fosters. Readers will find this book to be a detailed homage to the city and its institutions, serving both those familiar with Oxford and those yet to visit, as it delves into the city's past and its ongoing cultural importance. The opening of the book sets the stage by presenting an introduction that reflects on the essence of Oxford's charm, emphasizing its rich history and architectural beauty rather than its natural landscapes. J. Wells introduces Oxford as a city of movements and historical milestones, from the early escape of the Empress-Queen Matilda to its role in significant parliamentary developments. He discusses the profound influence of notable figures associated with the university, including Roger Bacon and John Wycliffe, and positions Oxford as a pilgrimage site for those invested in the evolution of English society and thought. The opening touches on the university's evolution and hopes for a cosmopolitan future while celebrating its deep-rooted traditions and enduring appeal. (This is an automatically generated summary.) en University of Oxford LF Text Browsing: Culture/Civilization/Society Browsing: History - Schools & Universities Browsing: Teaching & Education 209806 202565 2024-10-06T07:02:47.295217 2023-10-06T08:26:37.664912 text/html text/html 194824 2020-12-18T02:47:37 text/html; charset=us-ascii 2390660 2020-12-18T02:47:38 text/html; charset=us-ascii application/zip 1308439 2024-10-06T07:02:53.140201 application/epub+zip 1311553 2024-10-06T07:02:49.181184 application/epub+zip 144841 2024-10-06T07:02:47.985206 application/epub+zip 1420763 2024-10-06T07:02:55.908166 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 1407288 2024-10-06T07:02:52.386195 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 222373 2022-09-07T01:08:09.501242 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 181290 181262 2024-10-06T07:02:46.508210 2023-10-06T08:26:37.194921 text/plain; charset=us-ascii text/plain 181157 2020-12-18T02:47:37 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 69947 2020-12-18T02:47:38 text/plain; charset=us-ascii application/zip 19652 2024-10-06T07:02:56.040152 application/rdf+xml 10868 2024-10-06T07:02:48.532190 image/jpeg 3077 2024-10-06T07:02:48.260192 image/jpeg 1292106 2024-10-06T07:02:47.377206 application/octet-stream application/zip Archives containing the RDF files for *all* our books can be downloaded at https://www.gutenberg.org/wiki/Gutenberg:Feeds#The_Complete_Project_Gutenberg_Catalog en.wikipedia