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This book is not intended to be a History of Modern Wales, but an attempt to describe the transformation of Mediaeval into Modern Wales. No pioneer has blazed a path through the untrodden forest before me. Dr. Henry Owen, the late Judge Lewis, Mr. Lleufer Thomas, and Miss Skeel have done valuable work in reference to the Court of the Council of the Marches. Dr. Thomas Rees and others have spent much labour over the history of Nonconformity. But, except in these directions, I have had the benefit of no previous work. These circumstances will help to explain why I have apportioned so much space to the decay of Catholicism and so little, comparatively, to the rise and progress of Nonconformity in Wales; so much to the Court of Great Sessions and so little to the Council of the Marches. The story of Catholicism in Wales after the Reformation has never before been told, while innumerable volumes have been published dealing with the history of Protestant Nonconformity. No one has ever attempted to give an account of the Courts of Great Sessions, important though the part was which they played in the development of Wales, while Miss Skeel's exhaustive monograph on the Council of the Marches has rendered the task of writing its history a work of supererogation. The difficulty about the last two chapters of this book has been to decide what to leave out.
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- Publication date2018
- ISBN 10 1330221397
- ISBN 13 9781330221396
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages350
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating transformation of Wales from a medieval principality to a modern nation integrated within England. The author meticulously explores the historical context of Wales after the conquest of 1282, highlighting the challenges posed by the presence of numerous Lords Marcher who wielded significant power and often acted independently of the English crown. The narrative vividly portrays the resulting lawlessness and anarchy that plagued the region for centuries. A central theme of the book is the groundbreaking political experiment undertaken during the reign of Henry VIII. The author argues that the decision to grant Wales a constitution and involve the Welsh people in their own governance was a radical departure from previous policies and a key factor in the pacification and modernization of the country. This bold move, implemented amidst the turmoil of the Reformation, defied expectations and yielded remarkable results, fostering peace, stability, and a sense of national identity within Wales. The book's exploration of this pivotal period in Welsh history offers valuable insights into the complexities of nation-building, the enduring power of cultural identity, and the transformative potential of inclusive governance. Ultimately, the author demonstrates that the integration of Wales into England was not merely a political act but a profound social and cultural evolution shaped by visionary leadership, pragmatic policies, and the resilience of the Welsh people. 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 # 9781330221396_0
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