A Concise History of Wales (Cambridge Concise Histories) Illustrated Edition

by Geraint H. Jenkins (Author)

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ISBN-13: 978-0521530712

ISBN-10: 0521530717

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Based on historical research and debates about Wales and Welshness, this volume offers an authoritative and accessible account of the period from Neanderthal times to the opening of the Senedd, the home of the National Assembly for Wales, in 2006. Within a remarkably brief and stimulating compass, Geraint H. Jenkins explores the emergence of Wales as a nation, its changing identities and values, and the transformations its people experienced and survived throughout the centuries. In the face of seemingly overwhelming odds, the Welsh never reconciled themselves to political, social and cultural subordination, and developed ingenious ways of maintaining a distinctive sense of their otherness. The book ends with the coming of political devolution and the emergence of a greater measure of cultural pluralism. Professor Jenkins's lavishly illustrated volume provides enthralling material for scholars, students, general readers, and travellers to Wales.

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"A Concise History of Wales has the potential to reach a readership well beyond the academic community." -Louise Miskell, H-Albion

"Jenkins' book is a solid historical examination of Wales from the prehistoric to the present." -Kathy Callahan, World History Bulletin

Book Description

This volume presents an accessible and challenging account of Wales from Neanderthal times to the present.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Cambridge University Press; Illustrated edition (January 22, 2007)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 360 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0521530717
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0521530712
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 14.8 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.51 x 0.82 x 8.51 inches

Best Sellers Rank: #195,707 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #18 in Welsh History
- #354 in European History (Books)

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Joelle

A thorough review up until the end of the twentieth century

Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2020

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The book ends with the start of Home Rule in 2006, which means that current history is not available. However, a very thorough review of Wales' history is given for the centuries before then - from the original Britons and Roman rule and progressing.

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Boring text

Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2019

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Dull, facts. Solid research but dreary reading.

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Samantha Engan

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Reviewed in the United States on March 5, 2019

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fast shipping and great read !

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stephen lehrman

gives one a good overview of welsh

Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2016

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just what the title says. gives one a good overview of welsh history

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Penelope

Great before a trip to Wales!

Reviewed in the United States on August 19, 2016

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Terrific to read before travelling to Wales.

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Paul M

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Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2010

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A great book for, as the title says, a concise history of Wales. We are travelling there soon, and this has given me a greater appreciation for the people and the country Very quick delivery, and "pristine" condition

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Anne Marie

Four Stars

Reviewed in the United States on November 19, 2014

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present for history buff who loved it.

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Kat

very interesting

Reviewed in the United States on May 6, 2016