Synopsis
The History Of Wales: In Nine Books : With An Appendix by William Warrington. This volume surveys Welsh history from Britain's ancient past through the medieval era, tracing Roman and Saxon incursions, the rise and fall of Welsh princes, and the gradual subjugation by England. In the Preface Warrington explains his aim to analyze motives, causes, and character rather than merely recount events. The work is organized into six books (Books I–VI) that cover: a Review of Ancient Britain, the Roman and post-Roman periods, and the wars between Saxons and Welsh; the Wy the Laws of Howel Dda; the era of Anarawd, Llewelyn, Gryffydd, and Owen Gwynedd; and the development of the Marcher lordships. The narrative blends political history, military campaigns, dynastic struggles, and social customs, highlighting national character, liberty, and the Welsh response to external powers. Warrington draws on sources like Tacitus, Bede, Gildas, and Gerald of Wales, illustrating how Wales navigated unity and division through kings, chiefs, and communities in a changing landscape.
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