The Oxford Circus: A Novel of Oxford and Youth

"The Oxford Circus: A Novel of Oxford and Youth" by Hamish Miles and Raymond Mortimer is a story set in the early 1900s, chronicling the life of Gaveston ffoulis as he joins Oxford University, showing the clashing views of young people, culture, and social life among students. The story explores Gaveston's time at the university, but touches on deeper ideas about social class and who we are. When Gaveston first gets to Oxford, he feels better than others and shows his artistic side by choosing a hansom cab over a taxi. The story begins with excitement and nostalgia, as he remembers his family, especially his mother, while being drawn to Oxford's culture. As Gaveston meets his friend David Paunceford, he talks about his goals for the university, giving readers a look into his energetic personality and the friendships that will shape his journey.