Discovering a Welsh Landscape

Discovering a Welsh Landscape
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Publisher : Windgather Press
Total Pages : 198
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ISBN-10 : UOM:39015059294705
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Rating : 4/5 (05 Downloads)

Synopsis Discovering a Welsh Landscape by : Ian Brown

In the far north-east corner of Wales, a line of hills looks east across the plain into England, guarding the way towards Snowdonia. Designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the Clwydian Range has a very rich archaeology. This beautifully illustrated book tells the story of this landscape: a history of Wales in microcosm. At the northern end of the Welsh March, the Clwydian Range is a crossroads, a place where outside influences have always been profound. The book consequently places the Range's archaeology in the context of the broader themes in Welsh and British history. We learn of: the mammoth bones left in the area's caves by Paleaeolithic hunters; the great chain of Iron Age hillforts that crown the Range; the bronze brooches in Romano-British burials; from the medieval period, motte and bailey castles and Gothic churches; the watercourses, mines and engine houses of the industrial era; the Range's links with the great poet Gerard Manley Hopkins. Throughout, the photographs capture the spirit of Hopkins' original 'landscape plotted and pieced'. The Clwydian Range is perhaps typical of Britain, where places have a great depth of historical connections. This book shows how much there is to be discovered. Ian Brown, formerly County Heritage Officer for Clwyd, managed the Clwydian Range Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Mick Sharp and Jean Williamson are two of Britain's leading archaeological and landscape photographers.

Welsh Food Stories

Welsh Food Stories
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Publisher : University of Wales Press
Total Pages : 246
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ISBN-10 : 9781915279026
ISBN-13 : 191527902X
Rating : 4/5 (26 Downloads)

Synopsis Welsh Food Stories by : Carwyn Graves

Welsh Food Stories explores more than two thousand years of history to discover the rich but forgotten heritage of Welsh foods – from oysters to cider, salted butter to salt-marsh lamb. Despite centuries of industry, ancient traditions have survived in pockets across the country among farmers, bakers, fisherfolk, brewers and growers who are taking Welsh food back to its roots, and trailblazing truly sustainable foods as they do so. In this important book, author Carwyn Graves travels Wales to uncover the country’s traditional foods and meet the people making them today. There are the owners of a local Carmarthenshire chip shop who never forget a customer, the couple behind Anglesey’s world-renowned salt company Halen Môn, and everyone else in between – all of them have unique and compelling stories to tell about how they contribute to the past, present and future of Welsh food. This is an evocative and insightful exploration of an often overlooked national cuisine, shining a spotlight on the importance – environmentally and socially – of keeping local food production alive.

Discovering Landscape in England & Wales

Discovering Landscape in England & Wales
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Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages : 183
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ISBN-10 : 9789401122986
ISBN-13 : 9401122989
Rating : 4/5 (86 Downloads)

Synopsis Discovering Landscape in England & Wales by : A.S. Goudie

Here is a guide to the most beautiful and important sites of geological interest in England and Wales. Grouped by region, with clear topographical and geological maps, it may be used as a field-guide by students of geology and geography, as well as by interested walkers and ramblers.

A Welsh Landscape Through Time

A Welsh Landscape Through Time
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Publisher : Oxbow Books Limited
Total Pages : 240
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ISBN-10 : 1789256895
ISBN-13 : 9781789256895
Rating : 4/5 (95 Downloads)

Synopsis A Welsh Landscape Through Time by : Jane Kenney

This report covers the period of excavation from 2006 to 2010 at Holy Island, Anglesey, North Wales.

Wales in Photographs

Wales in Photographs
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Publisher : Amberley Publishing Limited
Total Pages : 82
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ISBN-10 : 9781445683942
ISBN-13 : 1445683946
Rating : 4/5 (42 Downloads)

Synopsis Wales in Photographs by : Mathew Browne

A stunning collection of images showcasing the different regions of Wales in all their glory, which capture the essence of the country.

Welsh Gothic

Welsh Gothic
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Publisher : University of Wales Press
Total Pages : 272
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ISBN-10 : 9780708326091
ISBN-13 : 0708326099
Rating : 4/5 (91 Downloads)

Synopsis Welsh Gothic by : Jane Aaron

Welsh Gothic, the first study of its kind, introduces readers to the array of Welsh Gothic literature published from 1780 to the present day. Informed by postcolonial and psychoanalytic theory, it argues that many of the fears encoded in Welsh Gothic writing are specific to the history of Welsh people, telling us much about the changing ways in which Welsh people have historically seen themselves and been perceived by others. The first part of the book explores Welsh Gothic writing from its beginnings in the last decades of the eighteenth century to 1997. The second part focuses on figures specific to the Welsh Gothic genre who enter literature from folk lore and local superstition, such as the sin-eater, cŵn Annwn (hellhounds), dark druids and Welsh witches. Contents Prologue: ‘A Long Terror’ PART I: HAUNTED BY HISTORY 1. Cambria Gothica (1780s–1820s) 2. An Underworld of One’s Own (1830s–1900s). 3. Haunted Communities (1900s–1940s). 4. Land of the Living Dead (1940s–1997). PART II: ‘THINGS THAT GO BUMP IN THE CELTIC TWILIGHT’ 5. Witches, Druids and the Hounds of Annwn. 6. The Sin-eater Epilogue: Post-devolution Gothic Notes Select Bibliography Index

Hinterland

Hinterland
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Publisher : Graffeg
Total Pages : 0
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ISBN-10 : 1910862991
ISBN-13 : 9781910862995
Rating : 4/5 (91 Downloads)

Synopsis Hinterland by : David Wilson

A collection of photographs, essays and snapshots from the making of the hit TV show 'Hinterland', created by Ed Talfan and Ed Thomas. It brings together behind-the-scenes photographs from the production, together with stunning black and white photographs of the Ceredigion landscape, photographed by West Wales photographer David Wilson.

Discovering Welsh Gardens

Discovering Welsh Gardens
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Total Pages : 0
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ISBN-10 : 190558220X
ISBN-13 : 9781905582204
Rating : 4/5 (0X Downloads)

Synopsis Discovering Welsh Gardens by : Stephen Anderton

20 of Wales's best and most interesting gardens, some unknown to the gardening world, some familiar, and all specially photographed by award-winning photographer Charles Hawes.

Photographing South Wales

Photographing South Wales
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Publisher :
Total Pages : 448
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ISBN-10 : 0992905184
ISBN-13 : 9780992905187
Rating : 4/5 (84 Downloads)

Synopsis Photographing South Wales by : Drew Buckley

In this extensive photo-location and visitor guidebook, award winning landscape and wildlife photographer Drew Buckley describes the most beautiful places in South Wales to visit and photograph whether you are using a high-end DSLR or a mobile phone camera. PHOTOGRAPHING SOUTH WALES is a photography-location and visitor guidebook. An essential companion for anyone with a camera who is visiting South Wales. South Wales is a land of big skies above majestic mountains, lush green countryside, idyllic wooded river valleys and towering waterfalls, all fringed by a coastline of sea cliffs, golden beaches and turquoise waters. Explore the Brecon Beacons National Park and the coastline of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, home to quaint fishing harbours, secret coves, grey seals and puffins. Then venture to hidden spots on the Gower and South East Wales, and as far north as Ceredigion and Aberystwyth in Mid Wales. South Wales is rich with history, myths and legends. You will discover the remains of iron age forts, bronze age burial chambers and prehistoric stones with many medieval castles bringing drama to the picturesque landscape. FEATURING: 62 locations and over 500 beautiful photographs Topographic maps Sat nav and map co-ordinates Sun compass Best times to visit and seasonal highlights Photographic tips Accessibility notes Travel information The best places to stay, eat and drink

All about Northern Ireland

All about Northern Ireland
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Publisher : Booklife
Total Pages : 32
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ISBN-10 : 1839271132
ISBN-13 : 9781839271137
Rating : 4/5 (32 Downloads)

Synopsis All about Northern Ireland by : Susan Harrison

Discovering the United Kingdom looks at the history, landscapes, people and culture of England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. These books are filled with fascinating facts and pictures to help explore the different elements that make the United Kingdom a great place to live, visit, and learn about.