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Report on Manuscripts in the Welsh Language, Vol. 1: Part III. Peniarth (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of medieval Wales, a time when poetry, genealogy, and religious belief intertwined to shape cultural identity. The text is a treasure trove of historical documents, including pedigrees of Welsh nobility, fragments of epic poems, and theological treatises. The book's primary focus is on the intricate web of Welsh society during the late Middle Ages and early Renaissance, a period marked by profound changes as English influence encroached upon Welsh territories. The author meticulously details the lives of Welsh poets, priests, and warriors, often through their own writings. The collection reveals the importance of oral traditions in preserving history and genealogy, and the prominent role that poetry played in documenting events and celebrating heroic figures. The book’s exploration of these topics gives us a vivid portrait of a society grappling with cultural shifts and seeking to preserve its unique identity. Through this collection of manuscripts, the reader is afforded an extraordinary opportunity to step back in time and experience the rich tapestry of Welsh culture during a pivotal moment in its history.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of medieval Wales, a time when poetry, genealogy, and religious belief intertwined to shape cultural identity. The text is a treasure trove of historical documents, including pedigrees of Welsh nobility, fragments of epic poems, and theological treatises. The book's primary focus is on the intricate web of Welsh society during the late Middle Ages and early Renaissance, a period marked by profound changes as English influence encroached upon Welsh territories. The author meticulously details the lives of Welsh poets, priests, and warriors, often through their own writings. The collection reveals the importance of oral traditions in preserving history and genealogy, and the prominent role that poetry played in documenting events and celebrating heroic figures. The bookââ â¢s exploration of these topics gives us a vivid portrait of a society grappling with cultural shifts and seeking to preserve its unique identity. Through this collection of manuscripts, the reader is afforded an extraordinary opportunity to step back in time and experience the rich tapestry of Welsh culture during a pivotal moment in its history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780331496147_0
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