{"title":"Barbara Cooke","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the Barbara Cooke collection, featuring insightful works that delve into the intricacies of renowned literary figures and historical settings. As a distinguished author, Barbara Cooke brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to her works, making them essential reads for enthusiasts of \u003cem\u003eBiography \u0026amp; Memoir\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the highlights of this collection is \u003cstrong\u003e\"Evelyn Waugh's Oxford\"\u003c\/strong\u003e, a captivating exploration of the vibrant world that shaped the celebrated author Evelyn Waugh. Through meticulous research and engaging narrative, Cooke provides a vivid portrayal of Waugh's formative years at Oxford, offering readers a deeper understanding of his inspirations and literary journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBarbara Cooke’s writing stands out for its clarity and accessibility, making complex historical and literary themes approachable to a broad audience. Her works are not only educational but also offer a compelling glimpse into the lives and environments that shaped some of the greatest minds in literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the Barbara Cooke collection today and embark on a literary adventure that promises to enrich your understanding of literary history and the remarkable individuals who have shaped it.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"evelyn-waughs-oxford-by-barbara-cooke-9781851244874","title":"Evelyn Waugh's Oxford","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA unique literary biography, this book brings to life Waugh's Oxford, exploring the lasting impression it made on one of the most accomplished literary craftsmen of the twentieth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOxford held a special place in Evelyn Waugh's imagination. So formative were his Oxford years that the city never left him, appearing again and again in his novels in various forms. This book explores in rich visual detail the abiding importance of Oxford as both location and experience in his literary and visual works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDrawing on specially commissioned illustrations and previously unpublished photographic material, it provides a critically robust assessment of Waugh's engagement with Oxford over the course of his literary career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing a brief overview of Waugh's life and work, subsequent chapters look at the prose and graphic art Waugh produced as an undergraduate together with Oxford's portrayal in \u003ci\u003eBrideshead Revisited\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eA Little Learning\u003c\/i\u003e as well as broader conceptual concerns of religion, sexuality and idealised time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA specially commissioned, hand-drawn trail around Evelyn Waugh's Oxford guides the reader around the city Waugh knew and loved through locations such as the Botanic Garden, the Oxford Union and The Chequers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA unique literary biography, this book brings to life Waugh's Oxford, exploring the lasting impression it made on one of the most accomplished literary craftsmen of the twentieth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46843435548908,"sku":"9781851244874","price":64.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/3004613482847.jpg?v=1758800362"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/barbara-cooke.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}