Category Archives: Oxford

Religious Debate at Oxford Festival

Posted on April 3, 2008 by Ian

The Times reports on a religious debate which took place at the Oxford Literary Festival in which Philip Pullman was a participant. Amongst others taking part were Sarfraz Manzoor and Timothy Garton. Debate varied from the case of the anti-islamic … Continue reading →

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Pullman speaks at Oxford Literary Festival

Posted on April 2, 2008 by Ian

The Oxford Mail reports on Philip Pullman’s appearance at the Oxford Literary Festival last night to discuss his new book, Once Upon A Time In The North, at which he was interviewed by journalist James Naughtie on a range of … Continue reading →

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2008 Oxford Literary Festival

Posted on March 20, 2008 by jessia

Philip Pullman will be speaking at the Oxford Literary Festival Monday, 31st March to launch upcoming title Once Upon a Time in the North. “The book recounts the very first meeting of these two heroes – Lee Scoresby and his … Continue reading →

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Citizen Milton

Posted on February 16, 2008 by jessia

The Centre for Early Modern studies at the University of Oxford is hosting an exhibit on John Milton celebrating the Quatercentenary of his birth, curated by Sharon Achinstein. Citizen Milton will show at the Bodleian Library until April. “The title … Continue reading →

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Pullman to appear at Oxford Literary Festival

Posted on February 16, 2008 by Ian

According to the Oxford Mail, Philip Pullman is to appear at the Oxford Literary Festival, to discuss amongst other things his new book Once Upon A Time In The North which is due for release on April 4th. “Mr Pullman’s … Continue reading →

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