The Welsh Academy Encyclopaedia Of Wales
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The Welsh Academy Encyclopaedia Of Wales
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Author : Academi Gymreig
language : en
Publisher: Conran Octopus
Release Date : 2008
The Welsh Academy Encyclopaedia Of Wales written by Academi Gymreig and has been published by Conran Octopus this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008 with Reference categories.
This definitive work of reference - which reveals the storied histories of all of the above Welsh exports, as well as everything you need to know about this remarkable, fascinating, and iconoclastic principality - will undoubtedly be one of the most important books published in the history of Wales. Running the gamut of in-depth research and thought-provoking knowledge - from folk heroes to rock stars, ancient bards to Dylan Thomas, and all the men and women in between who have excelled in art, culture, politics, commerce, and sport - this thrilling volume provides easily accessible information on any aspect of Wales and Welsh life, past and present, letting you know why this centuries-old nation enjoys the nickname, "Cool Cymru."--Publishers description.
Gwyddoniadur Cymru Yr Academi Gymreig
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Author : John Davies
language : cy
Publisher: University of Wales Press
Release Date : 2008
Gwyddoniadur Cymru Yr Academi Gymreig written by John Davies and has been published by University of Wales Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008 with Encyclopedias and dictionaries, Welsh categories.
What do the Gresford Bells, Anthony Hopkins, Tom Jones, some of the world's greatest snooker players and Formula One drivers, laverbread, the Manic Street Preachers, the leek, Spencer Davis, and Bertrand Russell have in common? Answer: They're all native to Wales! This definitive work of reference--which reveals the storied histories of all of the above Welsh exports, as well as everything you need to know about this remarkable, fascinating, and iconoclastic principality--will undoubtedly be one of the most important books published in the history of Wales. Running the gamut of in-depth research and thought-provoking knowledge--from folk heroes to rock stars, ancient bards to Dylan Thomas, and all the men and women in between who have excelled in art, culture, politics, commerce, and sport--this thrilling volume provides easily accessible information on any aspect of Wales and Welsh life, past and present, letting you know why this centuries-old nation enjoys the nickname, "Cool Cymru." In the 2002 census, 24 million Americans claimed Welsh ancestry--Donny Osmond, Susan Sarandon, and Hilary Clinton among them--and the high-profile Welsh celebrities who occupy the headlines of art and leisure are almost too numerous too list (Catherine Zeta-Jones, Sir Anthony Hopkins, Sir Richard Burton, and Naomi Watts, to name a few). This unsurpassed volume, ten years in the making, includes over 3,300 entries on the notable personalities, rich histories, eye-opening etymologies, nationalist revivals, breathtaking geographies, and absorbing cultural, religious, athletic, culinary, and musical traditions that help define this spectacular nation. Accompanied by over 300 full color images, this celebration of the Welsh nation's past and present is an absolutely essential item for anyone with an interest in the wonderfully diverse heritage of a truly incredible nation.
Cardiff And The Marquesses Of Bute
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Author : John Davies
language : en
Publisher: Writers of Wales
Release Date : 1981
Cardiff And The Marquesses Of Bute written by John Davies and has been published by Writers of Wales this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1981 with History categories.
As late as 1980, a quarter of the population of Wales lived within the boundaries of what had once been the lordships of the Bute estate. Powerful landowners for centuries, the Stuarts of Bute were key drivers of the many social, political, and economic changes that transformed south Wales between the eighteenth and twentieth century. This volume explores the Butes and their influence, setting them in context of a long, interwoven history of landed proprietorship, economic development, and the rise of the industrial middle class throughout Britain.
A History Of Wales
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Author : John Davies
language : en
Publisher: Penguin UK
Release Date : 2007-01-25
A History Of Wales written by John Davies and has been published by Penguin UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007-01-25 with History categories.
Stretching from the Ice Ages to the present day, this masterful account traces the political, social and cultural history of the land that has come to be called Wales. Spanning prehistoric hill forts and Roman ruins to the Reformation, the Industrial Revolution and the series of strikes by Welsh miners in the late twentieth century, this is the definitive history of an enduring people: a unique and compelling exploration of the origins of the Welsh nation, its development and its role in the modern world. This new edition brings this remarkable history into the new era of the Welsh Assembly.
The Story Of Wales
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Author : Jon Gower
language : en
Publisher: Random House
Release Date : 2012-02-09
The Story Of Wales written by Jon Gower and has been published by Random House this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-02-09 with History categories.
The Story of Wales is a vibrant portrait of 30,000 years of power, identity and politics. Revisiting major turning points in Welsh history, from its earliest settlements to the present day, Jon Gower re-examines the myths and misconceptions about this glorious country, revealing a people who have reacted with energy and invention to changing times and opportunities. It's a story of political and industrial power, economic and cultural renewal- and a nation of seemingly limitless potential. The Story of Wales is an epic account of Welsh history for a new generation.
The Welsh Language
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Author : Janet Davies
language : en
Publisher: University of Wales Press
Release Date : 2014-01-15
The Welsh Language written by Janet Davies and has been published by University of Wales Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-01-15 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
The existence of the Welsh-language can come as a surprise to those who assume that English is the foundation language of Britain. However, J. R. R. Tolkien described Welsh as the 'senior language of the men of Britain'. Visitors from outside Wales may be intrigued by the existence of Welsh and will want to find out how a language which has, for at least fifteen hundred years, been the closest neighbour of English, enjoys such vibrancy, bearing in mind that English has obliterated languages thousands of miles from the coasts of England. This book offers a broad historical survey of Welsh-language culture from sixth-century heroic poetry to television and pop culture in the early twenty-first century. The public status of the language is considered and the role of Welsh is compared with the roles of other of the non-state languages of Europe. This new edition of The Welsh Language offers a full assessment of the implications of the linguistic statistics produced by the 2011 Census. The volume contains maps and plans showing the demographic and geographic spread of Welsh over the ages, charts examining the links between words in Welsh and those in other Indo-European languages, and illustrations of key publications and figures in the history of the language. It concludes with brief guides to the pronunciation, the dialects and the grammar of Welsh.
Welsh History And Its Sources
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Author : The Open University
language : en
Publisher: The Open University
Release Date :
Welsh History And Its Sources written by The Open University and has been published by The Open University this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with categories.
This 25-hour free course explored teaching and learning resources for understanding Welsh history and the way it is studied.
Historical Texts From Medieval Wales
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Author : Patricia Williams
language : en
Publisher: MHRA
Release Date : 2012
Historical Texts From Medieval Wales written by Patricia Williams and has been published by MHRA this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012 with History categories.
Historical Works from Medieval Wales is the fourth volume in The Library of Medieval Welsh Literature series. It introduces readers to the genre of medieval Welsh historical texts on the basis of a broad selection of annotated passages, which range from an account of the legendary origin of Britain to the fall of the last native prince. Each passage is preceded by an introductory paragraph indicating the source and relating it to its wider historical and literary context. The selections are accompanied by a substantial introduction, extensive linguistic notes, and a full glossary. The introduction discusses gemeral features of medieval historiography, as well as the manuscripts and edited works from which the excerpts have been taken. The second part of the introduction contains a detailed description of the language (orthography, morphology and syntax) employed in the selected passages. The volume aims to make Middle Welsh historical texts accessible to third level students whose first language is not Welsh, but can also be used and enjoyed by native speakers of Welsh, students and interested readers, who are interested in an overall view of historical texts from medieval Wales. Patricia Williams is a retired lecturer in Welsh language and literature at the University of Manchester.
Rural Space In The Middle Ages And Early Modern Age
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Author : Albrecht Classen
language : en
Publisher: Walter de Gruyter
Release Date : 2012-05-29
Rural Space In The Middle Ages And Early Modern Age written by Albrecht Classen and has been published by Walter de Gruyter this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-05-29 with Literary Criticism categories.
Older research on the premodern world limited its focus on the Church, the court, and, more recently, on urban space. The present volume invites readers to consider the meaning of rural space, both in light of ecocritical readings and social-historical approaches. While previous scholars examined the figure of the peasant in the premodern world, the current volume combines a large number of specialized studies that investigate how the natural environment and the appearance of members of the rural population interacted with the world of the court and of the city. The experience in rural space was important already for writers and artists in the premodern era, as the large variety of scholarly approaches indicates. The present volume signals how much the surprisingly close interaction between members of the aristocratic and of the peasant class determined many literary and art-historical works. In a surprisingly large number of cases we can even discover elements of utopia hidden in rural space. We also observe how much the rural world was a significant element already in early-medieval mentality. Moreover, as many authors point out, the impact of natural forces on premodern society was tremendous, if not catastrophic.
A History Of Welsh Music
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Author : Trevor Herbert
language : en
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Release Date : 2022-09-29
A History Of Welsh Music written by Trevor Herbert and has been published by Cambridge University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-09-29 with Music categories.
From early medieval bards to the bands of the 'Cool Cymru' era, this book looks at Welsh musical practices and traditions, the forces that have influenced and directed them, and the ways in which the idea of Wales as a 'musical nation' has been formed and embedded in popular consciousness in Wales and beyond. Beginning with early medieval descriptions of musical life in Wales, the book provides both an overarching study of Welsh music history and detailed consideration of the ideas, beliefs, practices and institutions that shaped it. Topics include the eisteddfod, the church and the chapel, the influence of the Welsh language and Welsh cultural traditions, the scholarship of the Celtic Revival and the folk song movement, the impacts of industrialization and digitization, and exposure to broader trends in popular culture, including commercial popular music and sport.