Emyr Humphreys Livres

This novel follows Flesh and Blood in the Amy Parry narrative sequence. Amy and Enid go together to university where the former takes a leading part in the Nationalist campaign against Anglicization. But when Amy's partner Val and Enid both die, Amy's life is empty of purpose.

New edition of a history of Wales. Includes a Postscript written in the context of the millennium as a fixed point in the development of welsh identity. Emyr Humphreys shows how literature in walcs has reshaped and reasserted Welsh identity in the face of English cultural imperialism. Figures such as Talicsin (a sixth century poet), Myrddin (Merlin), the bards of medieval princes, Dr John Dee, Iolo Morganwg, Mabon, Lloyd George, Saunders Lewis have all redefined the image of Wales in their own historical periods. wales has been, in turn, a bastion of British Christianity, the basis of Tudor imperialism, a haven for Romantics, a leader of Liberalism and Socialism, and the inspiration for twentieth century Welsh nationalism. Tracing the links in this chain Humphreys identifies a situation increasingly common in Europe and elsewhere: the preservation of a national past in the context of an international future. His book reflects the vital relationship between literature and identity, between poetry and politics.

In this novel, Peredur defies both his mother's hostility and his brothers' lack of concern to seek out the truth of his father's death and to take part in a protest against the 1969 Investiture that goes violently wrong. Only at the end when Amy Parry faces death can reconciliation be achieved. schovat popis

Emyr Humphreys is a prominent literary figure in Wales, renowned for his work as a poet, novelist, short-story writer, and dramatist. Over a career spanning more than 40 years, he has provided a nuanced interpretation of Welsh-speaking Wales, capturing its essence with empathy while avoiding sentimentality. His diverse body of work reflects the complexities of Welsh culture and identity.

Hannah Ellis is 35, unmarried, and still living at Y Glyn, the family farm in Wales where she has been brought up by her mother and step-father—a forbidding man with a powerful hold on the neighborhood. Loving her country yet resenting the egotism of her family, she yearns for the return of her long-banished brother Philip, believing that he will rescue her from this bleak existence. Little does Hannah realize that Philip’s arrival is imminent and will herald enormous changes as he unwittingly ignites the passions and strengths of an unusually intertwined community.

1963. Over the course of a single morning, J.T. Miles looks back over seventy years of his lifetime. His country has changed from a rural, religious, Welsh-speaking society where heaven is achieved through living a “good life,” to a place like so many others, where technology is making “heaven on earth” possible. A preacher, J.T. has tried to live a good life. He opposed the Great War and spoke out against much wrongdoing, as his Christian duty, when perhaps he should have shown more understanding. His confusion and sense of failure is compounded by the presence of his sister-in-law Kate, who shares his house and who at one time he might have married. Instead he had chosen Lydia, free-spirited and strong-willed. In this classic novel, Emyr Humphreys explores the splendours and miseries of the Welsh experience.

Exploring themes of delusion, self-knowledge, and the complexities of identity, the novel follows Aled Morgan and his wife as they escape to Tuscany following a family tragedy. Immersed in Etruscan culture, Aled grapples with the superficiality of friendships and the growing distance in his marriage. His journey leads him to a deeper understanding of loss and change, yet upon returning home, he finds himself sadder and more experienced, yet still questioning his own identity.

Focusing on the elderly experience, this collection delves into the impacts of political, social, and physical change on individuals and society. Emyr Humphreys, an octogenarian author, presents lively and relatable characters who navigate complex issues like asylum-seeking and nationalism in Wales and Europe. The stories offer insights into what aging can contribute to the 21st century while challenging readers with thought-provoking themes. The accessible narrative carries the depth and seriousness characteristic of one of Wales' prominent fiction writers.

This story of a child named Amy Parry follows her on a journey to maturity, when she will savour to the full the subtle flavours and rich textures of a way of life that has now all but vanished from the Principality of Wales.

Exploring the profound impact of parental and filial love, this anthology features a collection of short stories that delve into the lives of characters reflecting on their pasts. The narratives intertwine moments of nostalgia with unexpected events, such as a tranquil dinner disrupted by an escaped prisoner and a couple confronting a corpse from their past. Set against the backdrop of postwar Europe and Wales, these tales offer a deep examination of survival, loss, and the intricate patterns of human relationships across generations.