Lays Of Modern Oxford (1883)

By William Frederick Traill

Book Overview

Lays of Modern Oxford is a poetry collection written by William Frederick Traill and first published in 1883. The book contains a series of poems that capture the spirit and culture of Oxford, England, during the late 19th century. Traill, who was a professor of English literature at the University of Oxford, draws upon his intimate knowledge of the city and its people to create vivid and evocative portraits of the academic and social life of the time. The poems range in tone from humorous and satirical to poignant and reflective, exploring themes such as love, friendship, ambition, and the passing of time. Lays of Modern Oxford is a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era, and a testament to the enduring appeal of one of England's most iconic cities.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: 1165373254
• ISBN13: 9781165373253
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 140 Pages
• Weight: 0.43 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"