For a city so comparatively small, Oxford has a rich and varied
architectural history; indeed it could fairly claim to present a
'catalogue' of English architectural developments over the last
1000 years. Known worldwide, the city is renowned primarily for its
buildings. Of course, the presence of the centuries-old university
is the principal reason for this pre-eminence, and Oxford has its
academic status to thank for the quality and variety of its
buildings. Nevertheless, Oxford's architecture does not solely
result from the direct patronage of the university and the colleges
- and they are no less guilty than any other party for some of the
city's architectural horrors! Arranged chronologically, this book
is a survey of Oxford's architectural history, from the oldest
surviving building (11th-century) to structures which were only
recently completed. Its main value is as a guide for visitors to
Oxford - it includes four architectural walks - but it also has
much to offer those whose interest in architecture is more general.
(Kirkus UK)
Few cities have a greater concentration of significant architecture
than Oxford, England. Within a city of only 130,000 inhabitants
there are important buildings, many of them of great beauty, from
every period from the eleventh century to the present. In Oxford:
An Architectural Guide, Geoffrey Tyack chronicles the architectural
development of Oxford--both University and City--from its origins
to the late twentieth century, explaining the idiosyncrasies of
Oxford's architectural history, and placing the buildings within
their historical context.
This copiously illustrated, chronological guide to the glories of
Oxford's architecture places the emphasis on what can actually be
seen. Tyack suggests a number of walks around Oxford and its
immediate environs, providing an ideal companion for the city's
visitors and an excellent reference book for architectural
enthusiasts. With its lucid style and clear, user-friendly design,
Oxford: An Architectural Guide is a unique guide to one of
England's most beautiful cities.
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