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Before 1990 no-one knew that over a thousand Welsh legal documents were filed at the Welsh National Library. These probate documents comprise wills, estate lists, letters and other documents which reveal effective and diverse use of the Welsh language. In this book we can listen to the last words and wishes of Welsh men and women from 1560...

A study of the background and contribution of Twm Carnabwth, one of the leaders of the Becca movement in west Wales in the mid-19th century. The events of the time are placed in their social context and no study has dealt with Becca's campaigners in such detail until now. 37 photographs.

Authorised biography of Welsh nationalist and activist John Barnard Jenkins, one of the most iconic figures in recent Welsh history. The leader of Mudiad Amddiffyn Cymru (MAC), he masterminded their 1960s bombing campaign protesting British state oppression and exploitation of Wales' natural resources. Hardback edition: 9781912631070

A tale of intrigue, love and Cold War politics in the heart of Asia.

This landmark book is a history of the Troubles told by the journalists who were on the ground from the beginning, and including many of the biggest name in journalism for the last fifty years. Raw, thought provoking and profoundly moving, Reporting the Troubles is an extraordinary act of remembrance.

St Patrick is one of the best-known and best-loved saints in the world. His life and legacy is ingrained in Irish history and society, as the annual 17 March celebrations across the globe show. John...

A book about history, war and travel by author, bard and lecturer Llŷr Gwyn Lewis. This is a perfect blend of fact and fiction and focuses mainly on memory and how we commemorate. Through biographical anecdotes, travel essays, photographs, diary extracts and literature we accompany the author on a journey between stir and slumber on the...

Little Seal lives with his mother on an island with all the other seals. One day, during a big storm, he is swept away from the beach and carried by the tide far away from home. Confused and anxious, Little Seal begins the long journey home, listening out all the time for the call of the other seals.

This is a unique Scottish colouring book suitable for adults as well as children featuring 23 of the festival city's most iconic places. Eilidh Muldoon’s illustrations are ideal for all levels of colouring, with intricate detail for those who like a challenge, yet simple enough to create beautiful colour artwork in a short time.

Learn history the fun way in an entertaining and informative series of books about key people from Scotland's history. Mary, Queen of Scots and All That is packed with historical facts about Scotland's headless heroine. Follow hot-blooded Mary's lifelong rivalry with her frosty cousin, Queen Elizabeth I of England.