Exploring Oxford
On our third day out, mostly recovered from jet lag but still a bit sore from over-training at Blenheim, we wandered and rode around Oxford. |
At the Bodleian Library, we looked at ancient manuscripts, wondering and the meticulous script and gorgeous illuminations. The light was too dim (to keep the precious manuscripts undimmed) for photography. Outside, Chad caught me in a moment of contemplation. |
In front of the Bodleian Library | |
One of Oxford's favorite stories is about the three Cambridge-educated bishops who were burned at the stake for heresy. On the left, Latimer, and below, the spot and plaque commemorating the burning.
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"First we burn 'em, then we mourn 'em..." |
Next, a lazy boat ride on the Isis. (Well, really, the Thames. The Brits often use many names for the same thing to keep us colonials confused.) They also have a fondness and a highly developed talent for separating tourists from their money, and this was a disappointingly short boat ride. | ||
Iffley Lock |
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