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Carmarthenshire: The Concise History [Minkštas viršelis]

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  • Formatas: Paperback / softback, 192 pages, aukštis x plotis: 177x112 mm, weight: 245 g, Not illustrated
  • Serija: Wales: Concise Histories
  • Išleidimo metai: 19-Dec-2005
  • Leidėjas: University of Wales Press
  • ISBN-10: 0708319491
  • ISBN-13: 9780708319499
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  • Formatas: Paperback / softback, 192 pages, aukštis x plotis: 177x112 mm, weight: 245 g, Not illustrated
  • Serija: Wales: Concise Histories
  • Išleidimo metai: 19-Dec-2005
  • Leidėjas: University of Wales Press
  • ISBN-10: 0708319491
  • ISBN-13: 9780708319499
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This single volume history of Sir Gar (Carmarthenshire), Wales largest county, spans the period of the earliest recorded occupation through the various phases of history from prehistoric times down to the present day.

The emergence, disappearance and re-emergence of the county is traced and developed from the age of the princes to the creation of the present boundaries, which were laid down during the Act of Union of the reign of Henry VIII.

Key themes traced relate to politics, the economy, society, culture and religion. Where possible extracts from contemporary sources are used and the most up to date research of modern historians and archaeologists is incorporated into the text. The impact of national events upon the country is also considered from the Roman Invasion, Glyndwrs rebellion, Tudor policy to the various wars of the last two centuries. Significant events and movements which started within the county such as the Circulating Schools and the Rebecca Riots are also examined. Where possible the contribution of leading Carmarthenshire figures in a national context is explored.

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'Another elegant presentation similar to 'Anglesey'. Serious historians and interested readers will enjoy Dylan's astonishing cover of all aspects of the county history from prehistoric times to the present day. A pleasing feature is the comprehensive set of illustrations including photographs. This book enhances the significance of the series. Readers should look forward to future issues to create a worthy set.' Anglesey Antiquarian Society and Field Club Newsletter 'Interested readers and students are indebted to Dylan Rees for organizing and simplifying an enormous quantity of detail...into this handy, handsome paperback ... I thoroughly enjoyed this book, have learned a great deal from it and recommend it to students of history and all interested readers. It is the second volume after Anglesey...and our University of Wales Press is to be congratulated for this overdue enterprise.'CambriaA"Dylan Rees is to be warmly congratulated. He succeeds in touching upon every aspect of the county's history in the seven chapters. The great strength of the work is that it is written by a native of the county, who identifies closely with the landscape and the people, and who is able to convey his passion for the past in elegant prose, refreshingly free of pretentiousness or jargon. The summary of the contents on the lower cover is an excellent idea. In general, the book is a classic of its kind. It is fantastic value for money and it deserves to be on the shelves of every household and school in Carmarthenshire, and copies should be acquired by all Carmarthenshire exiles. I thoroughly enjoyed reading it and I keep it on hand as a reference work.A"Eiluned Rees, Archaeologia Cambrensis 155, Jan 08

List of Tables viii
Series Editor's Preface ix
Acknowledgements xi
I Stone, Bronze and Iron: Prehistory—AD 42 1(21)
II Romans, Saints and Princes: AD 43-1066 22(15)
III Conquest, Settlement and Revolt: c.1066-1485 37(19)
IV Upheaval, Strife and Stability: 1485-1750 56(21)
V Society, Politics and Culture: c.1750-1914 77(35)
VI Industrial Change and Development: c. 1750-1914 112(28)
VII War, Depression, Recovery: 1914-2005 140(29)
References 169(4)
Select Bibliography 173(3)
Index 176


Dr. Dylan Rees lectures in History at Gorseinon College, Swansea. He has previously published for Hodder and Stoughton and is author of UWP's Carmarthenshire (The Histories of Wales).