Black Gowns And Red Coats Or Oxford In 1834: A Satire, In Six Parts (1834)

By George Cox

Book Overview

Black Gowns And Red Coats Or Oxford In 1834: A Satire, In Six Parts (1834) is a book written by George Cox. The book is a satirical account of Oxford University in the year 1834. It is divided into six parts and explores the different aspects of the university, including its academics, social life, and political climate. The title of the book refers to the black gowns worn by the academics and the red coats worn by the students. The book is written in a humorous and witty style, and it offers a unique perspective on the university during this time period. It provides insights into the social and political issues of the day, as well as the academic culture of Oxford. Overall, Black Gowns And Red Coats Or Oxford In 1834: A Satire, In Six Parts (1834) is an entertaining and insightful read for anyone interested in the history of Oxford University or 19th-century British society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436790042
• ISBN13: 9781436790048
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 140 Pages
• Weight: 0.43 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"