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100 1 _aBorrow, George,
_d1803-1881
245 1 4 _aThe Welsh and Their Literature :
_bfrom The London Quarterly Review, January 1861, American Edition
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2010
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2010-08-03
508 _aTranscribed from the 1861 “The London Quarterly Review,” (American Edition) pages 20 to 33, by David Price
520 _a"The Welsh and Their Literature" by George Borrow is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This book explores the history, culture, and literature of the Welsh people, detailing their origins, societal structures, and various forms of poetic expression. Through a blend of historical narrative and literary analysis, it aims to present the rich tapestry of Welsh literature and its significance in the broader context of British history. In the book, Borrow delves into the historical migration of the Cymry (Welsh), their early notable figures like Hu Gadarn, who was pivotal in establishing agricultural civilization, and the impact of significant leaders such as King Prydain and Dyfnwal Moelmud on Welsh governance and law. He discusses the evolution of Welsh poetry and literature, highlighting the contributions of renowned bards like Taliesin and Dafydd ab Gwilym. The text also encompasses the influence of Christianity on Welsh culture and literature. Featuring sections on both ancient and modern Welsh prose and poetry, Borrow illustrates the depth of Welsh literary tradition, intertwined with moral teachings and reflections on human nature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aWelsh literature -- History and criticism
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/33336
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