PUBLICATIONS new publication: Oxford in English Literature by John Dougill
	Written by Paul Medley and John Dougill, 'Pubs of Oxford and Oxfordshire' is a select guide to some of the better known and also some lesser known pubs in the city and the county. The book includes an introduction that tells the story of pubs and beer from Roman times to today. Each entry includes historical background to the pub, information about the locality, an explanation of the pub name and details of facilities and directions from the city centre. The book is in full colour with photographs on almost every page. There is also a page of further recommendations for both the city and the county. Colour coded for easy reference. This is not a good beer or good food guide but essential reading for anyone visiting the area, or for residents, wishing to know more about the pubs they visit. 80 pages, full colour throughout, £7.50 ISBN 9780951238820 Buy now Press reviews
	Written by John Dougill and first published in 1987, 'Oxford's Famous Faces' gives a fascinating overview of the many renowned people who have had connections with the city. A comprehensive introduction ranges from Frideswide, legendary founder of Oxford, to contemporaries such as Hugh Grant and Philip Pullman. There are 32 featured figures in all, including such illustrious names as John Betjeman, Lewis Carroll, Bill Clinton, T.E. Lawrence, C.S. Lewis, William Morris, Iris Murdoch, P.B. Shelley, Aung San Suu Kyi, Margaret Thatcher, J.R.R. Tolkien and Oscar Wilde. Now in its fourth edition, this popular booklet was updated for its twentieth anniversary in 2007 with a new cover and some fine colour photographs by Paul Medley. 60 pages, full colour throughout, £4.99 ISBN 0951238809 Buy Now Press reviews
	First published in 2002, 'Oxford: A Literary Guide' is an overview of the major role the city has played in the country's literary heritage. It was written by John Dougill, author of the authoritative 'Oxford in English Literature'. A brief introduction lays out the historical development that led from Chaucer's Clerke of Oxenforde to the Oxford myth and the Oxford murders. The material is arranged topographically around the city centre so as to enable literary pilgrims to visit places of interest. In doing so it provides a miscellany of the many writers and writings that have enriched the city. These include such authors as Lewis Carroll, Oscar Wilde, Max Beerbohm, C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkien, Graham Greene, Evelyn Waugh, Iris Murdoch and Philip Pullman. In addition there is coverage of works set in the city, such as 'Jude the Obscure' and the crime novels of Inspector Morse. The book is filled with quotations and richly illustrated with photographs by Paul Medley. For anyone with a love of Oxford, this will be a treasured item. 40 pages, full colour throughout, £4.99 ISBN 0951238809 Buy now Press reviews
	Written by Rob Walters, 'Oxford Rogues' takes the reader on a journey through Oxford via the lives of ten roguish males. All but one spent time at the university though not everyone obtained an academic award. The stories are rich in human interest, from the sexual romps and salacious poetry of Lord Rochester to the elopements and romantic poetry of Percy Shelley. From the marriages and drinking of actor Richard Burton, to the expulsion and explorations of his Victorian namesake, Sir Richard Burton. From the trail of whoring and infidelity of author Graham Greene to the double-talk and double-dealings of ex-president Bill Clinton. Published in 2008, the book is a grand overview of human fallibility and achievement. 96 pages, black and white with colour plates, £8.99 ISBN 9780951238837 Buy now Press reviews