“Those who turn to Mr. Jeaffreson’s highly interesting work for solid information or for amusement, will not be disappointed. Rich in research and full of antiquarian interest, these volumes abound in keen humour and well-bred wit. A scholar-like fancy brightens every page. Mr. Jeaffreson is a very model of a cicerone; full of information, full of knowledge, ‘The Annals of Oxford’ is a work which well deserves to be read, and merits a permanent niche in the library.”—The Graphic.
“Mr. Jeaffreson is, par excellence, a popular writer. He chooses what is picturesque and of general interest. * * No one can read these Annals of Oxford without feeling a very deep interest in their varied contents. * * Mr. Jeaffreson’s sketch of the University under the Stuarts and Georges is most entertaining and instructive.”—Athenæum.
“These interesting volumes should be read not only by Oxonians, but by all students of English history.”—John Bull.
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A BOOK ABOUT THE CLERGY. By J. C. Jeaffreson, B.A., Oxon, author of “A Book about Lawyers,” “A Book about Doctors,” &c. Second Edition. 2 vols 8vo. 30s.
“This is a book of sterling excellence, in which all—laity as well as clergy—will find entertainment and instruction: a book to be bought and placed permanently in our libraries. It is written in a terse and lively style throughout, it is eminently fair and candid, and is full of interesting information on almost every topic that serves to illustrate the history of the English clergy.”—Times.
“Honest praise may be awarded to these volumes. Mr. Jeaffreson has collected a large amount of curious information, and a rich store of facts not readily to be found elsewhere. The book will please, and it deserves to please, those who like picturesque details and pleasant gossip.”—Pall Mall Gazette.
A CRUISE IN GREEK WATERS; with a Hunting Excursion in Tunis. By Capt. Townshend, 2nd Life Guards. 1 vol. 8vo, with Illustrations. 15s.
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