Geraint H. Jenkins Livres
Geraint Huw Jenkins est un historien distingué dont l'érudition se concentre sur l'histoire galloise. Sa carrière universitaire a inclus une chaire à l'Aberystwyth University et la direction du Centre d'études avancées galloises et celtiques de l'University of Wales. En tant que professeur d'histoire galloise de longue date, son expertise a façonné la compréhension du passé du Pays de Galles. Sa retraite a été marquée par un titre émérite, soulignant ses contributions durables au domaine.
Bard of Liberty
- 288pages
- 11 heures de lecture
This is the first full-scale study of the political radicalism of Iolo Morganwg, the renowned Welsh romantic whose colourful life as a Glamorgan stonemason, poet, writer, political activist and humanitarian made him one of the founders of modern Wales.
A Concise History of Wales
- 360pages
- 13 heures de lecture
This volume presents an accessible account of Wales from Neanderthal times to the present. Geraint Jenkins explores the emergence of Wales as a nation, and its changing identities and values. This beautifully illustrated guide will appeal to students, general readers, and travellers to Wales.
A Rattleskull Genius
- 512pages
- 18 heures de lecture
Better known by the bardic name of Iolo Morganwg, Edward Williams was one of history's great fantasists. The legacy he left behind was a cottage filled to the ceiling with manuscripts. This volume provides a re-evaluation of the diverse interests of Iolo Morganwg and the extent to which his ideas and writings shaped the Welsh cultural tradition.
From the dawn of civilisation, this south-western peninsula of Wales has provided a landing stage for migrating people sailing up the western shores of Europe. Through the Neolithic, Bronze and Celtic ages, they brought with them new materials, new crafts, new ideas and a desire to market and exchange. -- Welsh Books Council