When the Oxford Literary Guide first appeared, it was hailed by The Times of London as "the finest reference work of its kind," while a TLS reviewer reported that he had road-tested the book on a journey from London to Herefordshire. This trip normally takes under four hours. His literary pilgrimage took four days.
Now in a new edition, with over 100 places added, as well as 137 more authors, this beautifully illustrated, over-sized volume lists...