A History of Wales
(Author) John DaviesStretching from the Ice Ages to the present day, this masterful account traces the political, social and cultural history of the land that has come to be called Wales. Spanning prehistoric hill forts and Roman ruins to the Reformation, the Industrial Revolution and the series of strikes by Welsh miners in the late twentieth century, this is the definitive history of an enduring people: a unique and compelling exploration of the origins of the Welsh nation, its development and its role in the modern world. This new edition brings this remarkable history into the new era of the Welsh Assembly.
John Davies
John Davies was a 16th-century Welsh poet known for his work "Nosce Teipsum" (Know Thyself), a philosophical poem exploring human nature and self-awareness. His writing style was characterized by intricate metaphors and deep introspection. Davies made significant contributions to English literature by blending classical themes with innovative poetic techniques.