In Search of Wales
In Search of Wales

Author: H. V. Morton

Publisher: Methuen Pub Limited

Published: 1999-07-03

Total Pages: 288

ISBN-13: 9780413407405

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H. V. Morton's famous and much-loved travelogue of Wales. Singularly susceptible to Celtic romance and history, H. V. Morton goes in search of Wales, and finds equal delight in climbing Snowdon (inclement weather aside) and going down a coal mine. Bustling with intriguing local stories and characters, Morton's fascinating account reaches from the scenic grandeur of the north to the domestic beauty of the industrial south. In the Vale of Clwyd it rains "with grim enthusiasm," while at the Eisteddfod in Bangor, he is "slightly worried by the trousers of bard and druid, which are visible for a few inches below their gowns. Father Christmas has this same trouble with his trousers." Anecdotal, leisurely, full of character and event, insight, and opinion, this is travel writing of the very highest order.

A Concise History of Wales
A Concise History of Wales

Author: Geraint H. Jenkins

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 307

ISBN-13: 0521823676

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Based on the most recent historical research and current debates about Wales and Welshness, this volume offers the most up-to-date, authoritative and accessible account of the period from Neanderthal times to the opening of the Senedd, the new home of the National Assembly for Wales, in 2006. Within a remarkably brief and stimulating compass, Geraint H. Jenkins explores the emergence of Wales as a nation, its changing identities and values, and the transformations its people experienced and survived throughout the centuries. In the face of seemingly overwhelming odds, the Welsh never reconciled themselves to political, social and cultural subordination, and developed ingenious ways of maintaining a distinctive sense of their otherness. The book ends with the coming of political devolution and the emergence of a greater measure of cultural pluralism. Professor Jenkins's lavishly illustrated volume provides enthralling material for scholars, students, general readers, and travellers to Wales.

Wales
Wales

Author: Jan Morris

Publisher: Penguin UK

Published: 2014-04-24

Total Pages: 566

ISBN-13: 0241970245

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Jan Morris's magnificent book celebrates Wales and all things Welsh. Written as a deeply personal study, it reflects the rich bilingual literature and folklore of Wales, the buildings and wonderfully varied landscapes, the national character and humour, the historical predicaments and the political condition of this small but extraordinary country. Jan Morris is a distinguished historian as well as being one of the world's leading travel-writers. Her passionate love of Wales makes this a unique evocation.

Megaliths of Wales
Megaliths of Wales

Author: Chris Barber

Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited

Published: 2017-09-15

Total Pages: 274

ISBN-13: 1445674017

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The ancient standing stones, stone circles and burial chambers of Wales - remarkable feats of construction that are surrounded by legend.

Postcolonial Wales
Postcolonial Wales

Author: Jane Aaron

Publisher:

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 288

ISBN-13:

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A collection of diverse essays discussing the culture and politics of post-devolution Wales. 10 black-and-white illustrations.

Owain Glyndwr
Owain Glyndwr

Author: Terry Breverton

Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited

Published: 2009-05-15

Total Pages: 368

ISBN-13: 1445608766

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The first ever full-scale biography of the last native Prince of Wales who fought to maintain an independent Wales.

Climate Change (A Ladybird Expert Book)
Climate Change (A Ladybird Expert Book)

Author: HRH The Prince of Wales

Publisher: Penguin UK

Published: 2017-01-26

Total Pages: 67

ISBN-13: 0718185862

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What is climate change? How does it work? Learn from the experts in the ALL-NEW LADYBIRD EXPERT SERIES Learn about one of the most important issues facing our world today in this clear, simple and enlightening introduction. From HRH The Prince of Wales, environmentalist Tony Juniper and climate scientist Dr Emily Shuckburgh, it explains the history, dangers and challenges of global warming and explores possible solutions with which to reduce its impact. You'll learn about . . . - The causes and consequences of climate disruption - Heatwaves, floods and other extreme weather - Disappearing wildlife - Acid oceans - The benefits of limiting warming - Sustainable farming - New, clean technologies - The circular economy Learn about other topics in the Ladybird Experts series including Gravity, Quantum Physics, Climate Change and Evolution. Written by the leading lights and most outstanding communicators in their fields, the Ladybird Expert books provide clear, accessible and authoritative introductions to subjects drawn from science, history and culture. For an adult readership, the Ladybird Expert series is produced in the same iconic small hardback format pioneered by the original Ladybirds. Each beautifully illustrated book features the first new illustrations produced in the original Ladybird style for nearly forty years.

The Matter of Wales
The Matter of Wales

Author: Jan Morris

Publisher: Penguin UK

Published: 1986

Total Pages: 442

ISBN-13: 9780140082630

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Travel through Wales and epic view of a small country.

Wild Guide Wales
Wild Guide Wales

Author: Daniel Start

Publisher: Wild Things Publishing

Published: 2018-05

Total Pages: 272

ISBN-13: 9781910636145

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Reveals hidden places in Wales, and the Herefordshire and Shropshire Marches. Secret beaches, sea caves and coasteering. Wild swimming and waterfalls. Easy scrambles and gorge walks. Sunset hill forts and unknown peaks. Sacred sites, holy wells and standing stones. Ruined castles and more