Oxford Days

by Paul West

"West's version of a memoir is a veritable feast for fans of his inimitable literary stylings, at once an artfully rendered distillation of the world's most eminent academic institutions as only a writer of West's insight and literary prowess might create, as well as a lyric, often humorous recollection of the author's own emerging genius."
--Publishers Weekly

The special ethos of Oxford University continues to take hold on award-winning author Paul West. Now a world-renowned writer and acclaimed literary stylist, West illuminates the reader regarding one of the oldest and most venerable universities in the world. Writing with an affectionate smile, West takes you beyond the classroom with vignettes and memories that made his Oxford experience unforgettable. His vivid descriptions and rhapsodic language are enhanced by the personality on show. Recreating the ambiance with infinite care--from the ancient scent of colleges to witty interpretations of the Oxford accent--Oxford Days is a literary treasure for Oxford alumni and all those who appreciate literature.

Never before has the Oxford landscape been captured as it is in this work. With inimitable style, West combines sensory experience with the camaraderie among students and the colorful characters that were an integral part of his Oxford education. Oxford Days offers an inside look at the mentors and literature that influenced West in his earliest days as a writer. His appreciation of Oxford has developed over time and continues to influence him today.