Tir : The Story of the Welsh Landscape / Carwyn Graves.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Graves, Carwyn, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Land use--History.

Land use.

Landscapes--History.

Landscapes.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (259 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

Cardiff, England : Calon, [2024]

Summary:

This book by Carwyn Graves explores the rich cultural and historical landscape of Wales through its unique geographical features and place-names. With a focus on understanding the land through its fields, farms, and settlements, the author delves into the history and ecology of Wales. The book highlights the significance of place-names and their connection to the Welsh language and culture. Graves combines scientific, ecological, and literary perspectives to provide a comprehensive understanding of how landscapes have been shaped over time. The intended audience includes those interested in cultural geography, Welsh history, and the relationship between language and landscape. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Cover

Title

Copyright

Contents

Foreword

1. Introduction: old mountainous Wales, the bards’ paradise

2. Coed

3. Cloddiau

4. Cae

5. Ffridd

6. Mynydd

7. Rhos

8. Perllan

9. Epilogue: adnewyddu/renewal

Notes

Acknowledgements

Bibliography

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Includes bibliographical references.

ISBN:

9781915279682

1915279682

OCLC:

1427663422