The Oxford Spy: In Verse (1818)

By James Shergold Boone

Book Overview

The Oxford Spy: In Verse is a book of poetry written by James Shergold Boone and published in 1818. The collection of poems is centered around the University of Oxford and its academic and social life. The book is notable for its satirical tone, as Boone uses his verse to poke fun at the various characters and institutions of Oxford. The poems cover a range of topics, from the academic pursuits of the university's students to the nightlife and social scene. The Oxford Spy: In Verse provides a unique and entertaining glimpse into the world of Oxford in the early 19th century.In Five Dialogues.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: 1165780887
• ISBN13: 9781165780884
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 226 Pages
• Weight: 0.68 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"