Giles, J. A.
Early Welsh Histories
- ISBN 13:
- 9781912368174
- author:
- Giles, J. A.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Cockatrice Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 120
- Dimensions:
- 17.8 x 11 centimetres
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Literary Collections, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Two pivotal works from early Welsh history are collected in this volume. Written over 1,500 years ago, Gildas's Destruction of Britain and Nennius's History of Britain offer a unique glimpse into the tumultuous period when Celtic kingdoms were invaded by Anglo-Saxon forces.
These ancient texts present two distinct perspectives on the same turbulent era. Gildas's work is a powerful lament for Roman civilization, while also condemning the excesses of British kings. Nennius's History of Britain, written three centuries later, tells the story of mythical king Vortigern and the legendary conflict between the red dragon and the white.
Together, these works provide valuable insights into the society and politics of early medieval Wales, offering a passionate defence of Welsh nationhood. This collection makes these important historical texts available in English for the first time, providing a fascinating window into the past.
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