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100 1 _aPrichard, T. J. Llewelyn
_q(Thomas Jeffery Llewelyn),
_d1790-1862
245 1 4 _aThe Adventures and Vagaries of Twm Shôn Catti :
_bDescriptive of Life in Wales: Interspersed with Poems
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2012
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aWikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Adventures_and_Vagaries_of_Twm_Shon_Catti
500 _aRelease date is 2012-08-05
508 _aTranscribed from the 1828 John Cox edition by David Price
520 _a"The Adventures and Vagaries of Twm Shôn Catti" by T. J. Llewelyn Prichard is a historical novel written in the early 19th century. The book focuses on the life and escapades of the titular character, Twm Shôn Catti, a Welsh folk hero reminiscent of Robin Hood, known for his clever tricks and roguish behavior. Through the narratives of Twm’s adventures, the story explores themes of identity, tradition, and rural life in Wales. The opening of the novel sets the stage for Twm Shôn Catti’s legendary status in Welsh folklore, establishing him as a figure of both terror and humor among the locals. It introduces a detailed exploration of his parentage and identity, revealing his connection to significant historical and cultural narratives in Wales. The text captures the essence of Welsh customs, including the tradition of the "Bidding," wherein the community gathers to celebrate a marriage, highlighting the social fabric of the region. Twm’s playful mischief, his mother’s role as a schoolmistress, and the comedic interaction with local characters like Jack o Sîr Gâr are woven into the narrative, promising an engaging exploration of Twm’s journey and the cultural context from which he emerges. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aJones, Thomas, approximately 1530-approximately 1620 -- Fiction
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/40419
999 _c81258
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