| Author |
Edwards, Owen Morgan, Sir, 1858-1920 |
| Title |
A Short History of Wales
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 69.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Transcribed from the 1922 T. Fisher Unwin Ltd. edition by David Price
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| Summary |
"A Short History of Wales" by Sir Owen Morgan Edwards is a historical account likely written in the early 20th century. The book meticulously explores the rich history of Wales, tracing its development from early migrations of various peoples to its governance and cultural evolution over the centuries. The opening portion of the book introduces Wales as a distinct and geographically unique country, marked by its rugged mountains and rich natural resources. Edwards emphasizes the interplay between geology, geography, and the history of the Welsh people, detailing how these factors shaped the landscape and civilization. He sets the stage for a broader discussion by providing insights into the early inhabitants of Wales, their origins, and the influences that shaped its societal structure, laying the groundwork for the historical events that are to follow throughout the text. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
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| Subject |
Wales -- History
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
3260 |
| Release Date |
Jun 1, 2002 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Sep 24, 2014 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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