100% NZ-owned | 80,000+ Books In NZ πŸ“š

20% Off 3+ In-Stock Fiction Books Extended! | Every order goes in the draw to win a $600 Prize Pack

Hanes Cymru (A History of Wales in Welsh)

3.88 goodreads logo

Ratings/reviews counts are updated frequently.

Check link for latest rating.
( 696 ratings, 68 reviews)
Book Hero Magic crafted this summary to help describe this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Summary
Hanes Cymru (A History of Wales in Welsh) by John Davies offers a comprehensive exploration of Welsh history, tracing its development from ancient origins through the modern period. The book delves into the nation's cultural, political, and social evolution, providing insight into the key figures and events that have shaped Wales. Written in Welsh, it serves as both an academic resource and a celebration of Welsh heritage.
Read More
Format: Paperback / softback
$4400
Elsewhere:
$4800
AVAILABLE WITH SUPPLIER Ships from our Auckland warehouse within 3-4 weeks

Found a better price? Request a price match

Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this engaging exploration of Welsh history if you're interested in discovering the rich tapestry of Wales' past, from ancient origins to modern-day developments. The book offers insightful narratives by John Davies, making it appealing for both history enthusiasts and those wanting to delve deeper into Wales' cultural and political evolution.

Book Hero thinking about your next read

Hanes Cymru (A History of Wales in Welsh)

Yn ymestyn o'r Oesoedd Ia hyd y dwthwn hwn, mae'r gyfrol feistrolgar hon yn olrhain hanes gwleidyddol, cymdeithasol a diwylliannol y rhan honno o'r byd y daethpwyd i'w hadnabod fel Cymru. Dyma'r llyfr sy'n egluro pam, er gwaethaf pawb a phopeth, 'rydym yma o hyd'.

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

Dyma gyfrol feistrolgar sy'n olrhain hanes Cymru o'r dechreuadau cynharaf hyd yr awr a'r funud hon.

Yn ymestyn o'r Oesoedd I hyd y dwthwn hwn, mae'r gyfrol feistrolgar hon yn olrhain hanes gwleidyddol, cymdeithasol a diwylliannol y rhan honno o'r byd y daethpwyd i'w hadnabod fel Cymru. Dyma'r llyfr sy'n egluro pam, 'er gwaethaf pawb a phopeth, 'rydym yma o hyd'.

Yn yr astudiaeth ddiffiniol hon o hanes Cymru, trafodir bryn gaerau cynhanesyddol, olion Rhufeinig, gorchestion a methiannau tywysogion yr Oesoedd Canol, y Diwygiad Protestannaidd, datblygiad Anghydffurfiaeth, y Chwyldro Diwydiannol, twf yr ymdeimlad cenedlaethol, streiciau'r glowyr a'r ymgyrch i ennill ymreolaeth.

Yn yr argraffiad newydd hwn, y mae'r stori yn cyrraedd y cyfnod newydd sydd wedi deillio o sefydlu'r Cynulliad Cenedlaethol.

Hanes Cymru (A History of Wales in Welsh) gan John Davies yw'r llyfr i ddod ag adroddiad cyflawn a chynhwysfawr o hanes y genedl hon i ddarllenwyr.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780140284768

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 January 2007

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Edition: Revised edition

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 32.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 511g

Pages: 752

About the Author

Y mae John Davies yn frodor o'r Rhondda. Fe'i addysgwyd mewn ysgolion yn Nhreorci, Bwlchllan a Thregaron ac yng Ngholeg y Brifysgol, Caerdydd, a Choleg y Drindod, Caergrawnt. Bu'n ddarlithydd yng Ngholegau Abertawe ac Aberystwyth ac am ddeunaw mlynedd ef oedd Warden Neuadd Pantycelyn, Aberystwyth. Ymhlith ei gyhoeddiadau y mae Cardiff and the Marquesses of Bute, Broadcasting and the BBC in Wales, The Making of Wales, Y Celtiaid a Cardiff- a Pocket Guide. Ef yw golygydd ymgynghorol a chyd-olygydd Y Gwyddoniadur Cymreig/The Encyclopaedia of Wales. Yn 1997, ef oedd y prif siaradwr yng nghyfarfod sefydlu y North American Association for the Study of Welsh History and Culture. Mae ei wraig yn frodor o Flaenau Gwent ac mae ganddynt ddwy ferch a dau fab.

Also by John Davies

View all

More from History & Military

View all

Why buy from us?

Book Hero is not a chain store or big box retailer. We're an independent 100% NZ-owned business on a mission to help more Kiwis rediscover a love of books and reading!

Service & Delivery

Service & Delivery

Our warehouse in Auckland holds over 80,000 books and puzzles in-stock so you're not waiting for your order to arrive from overseas.

Auckland Bookstore

Auckland Bookstore

We're primarily an online store, but for your convenience you can pick up your order for free from our bookstore, which is right next door to our warehouse in Hobsonville.

Our Gifting Service

Our Gifting Service

Books make wonderful thoughtful gifts and we're here to help with gift-wrapping and cards. We can even send your gift directly to your loved one.