Books for sale to mark our 150th anniversary

Next year is such a special moment in the journey of Oxford Brookes that we’ll be marking the occasion with two new books. Whether you’d like to learn more about the inspirational man we are now named after, or would like something which commemorates our journey to date, there is a book for you.

Did you know that the Duckworth-Lewis method was developed at Brookes, or that we have a piece of college pudding in our archive from 1897? Perhaps you knew that we have a reputation for excellent learning and teaching, but were unaware that at Brookes we were the pioneers of the modular degree programme? Whatever your interest in the University – our prestigious research achievements, the people who have defined our character throughout the years, our role in the Oxford music scene and more – look out for this book. ‘Wisdom, Wonders & Wickets: 150 tales from 150 years’ will be a beautiful collection of shorter and longer articles – perfect for dipping into, or reading longer pieces when you have a few moments to spare.

If you’d like to get to grips with a biography of our modern spiritual founder, and find out more about his connection with our institution, I’d recommend ‘John Henry Brookes: A man who inspired a University’. This account of his life, achievements and contribution to the growth of Oxford Brookes has been written by alumnus Bryan Brown. To give you an insight into the many works of art produced by John Henry Brookes throughout his life, it is beautifully illustrated with photographs of his work.

Both books will be on sale in the autumn, both on campus and online.

How to find out more
Find out more about the anniversary through Twitter @brookes_is_150; at our web pages; or via email at 150years@brookes.ac.uk.

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