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