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EDITORIAL by Gwen Davies EAST ASIAN LITERATURE 'The River Claims Its Debt' – Story by Phước Tiến, translated from the Vietnamese by Nguyễn An Lý 'Powder to the People! The philosophy of Hokkaido capitalist ski bum, Jack Philips' – Biography/oral history by Susan Karen Burton 'Hi-Mawari', the lost Welsh story of Lafcadio Hearn (alias Koizumi Yakumo) –Translated from the Japanese Jayne Joso on how Japan shapes her work FURTHER FICTION 'The Banana Banshee' – Story by Deidre Brennan, translate...

"The Welsh and Their Literature" by George Borrow is a profound exploration of Welsh culture and its literary heritage. Borrow, an English writer and traveler, delves into the rich tapestry of Welsh folklore, language, and poetry, showcasing the unique identity of the Welsh people. His work reflects a deep appreciation for the Welsh language and its literary traditions, highlighting the significance of storytelling in preserving cultural identity. Through vivid descriptions and personal an...

"David Morgan, the Welsh Jacobite" by W. Llewellin explores the life of a remarkable figure in Welsh history. Morgan, a fervent supporter of the Jacobite cause, navigated the turbulent political landscape of early 19th-century Britain. His story is one of loyalty and rebellion, reflecting the struggles of those who sought to restore the Stuart monarchy. Llewellin delves into Morgan's personal life, his motivations, and the impact of his actions on his community, providing a vivid portrayal...

Welsh Urban Dictionary is your no-nonsense, laugh-out-loud guide to the real Welsh language — the slang, street talk, and everyday expressions you'll never find in textbooks or tourist phrasebooks.This book contains 500 authentic Welsh urban slang words and phrases, carefully organized A–Z, with 20 entries per letter. Each entry includes:· A real Welsh example sentence· A clear English tran...

Interest in race and ethnicity research in Wales has grown apace in the last decade, opening up wider debates about the nature, focus and content of what collectively is called Welsh Studies. Across a range of disciplines, we are witnessing not only a ‘global turn’ placing Wales more substantively within a plethora of global interconnections, but also a ‘decolonial turn’ that involves the questioning of disciplinary traditions and knowledge production, and highlighting the colonial legacy ...

This book has been specifically designed for those in the early stages of learning. It offers a direct and comprehensive method to expand your basic vocabulary.Immerse yourself in the language with Practical Vocabulary: This book serves as a stepping stone to language mastery, carefully presenting essential words and phrases for everyday use. Each word is accompanied by its translation, and often by an example sentence illustrating its usage. This practical approach allows you to q...

European female-led writing with a focus on Wales, photography, memoir, writing of place, voice-driven fiction and poetry. On the theme of 'A Casual Archaeology', it explores the rich archaeology of threatened estuary landscapes, the layers of time and affiliation in an Iranian exile's relationship to her poet father, and how an Iron Age hill fort iinspires ideas about health and immunity.

Catrin and Rhys come up against outlaws, robbers, thieves and malefactors in the sixth Welsh Guard Mystery!Having crossed the border into Wales once again, King Edward is on a mission. Outlaws have settled in the countryside around the Cistercian Abbey of Valle Crucis, and he is determined to root them out. Little does he know that they have plans for him, as well—not because they seek justice for the Welsh people, but because they seek it for themselves.So when a ...

None could go against the King of England ... not overtly, anyway.April 1284. As a newly widowed lady-in-waiting to the very pregnant Queen Eleanor of England, Catrin never expected to return to Wales again. She was definitely unprepared to be confronted with murder when she got there-or to find herself face-to-face with Rhys, the childhood friend she lost twenty years before. Rhys had never intended to return home either, but a lifetime of war has deposited him right back...

Improve your language skills and enjoy this collection of short stories for beginners!Reading can be a powerful tool in language learning, offering a multitude of benefits that improve understanding and enjoyment of the new language. Here are some of the main benefits:Expanding Vocabulary: Reading exposes you to new words in context, which is crucial for building vocabulary. Learning new words through stories can be more effective than rote memorization because you will see...

William Camden flourished at the beginning of the seventeenth century, was the first and one of the greatest of many authorities on the derivation and meaning of English names as far as Welsh names were concerned, he explained that it was his policy to sparingly touch them or to leave them to the learned of that nation. Subsequent English expositors have followed his example, and the learned men of Wales do not seem to have found much time to devote to the subject. To- wards the end of the...

Explore the vast and varied continent of Asia! This social studies book describes the diverse governments, landscapes, and cultures of the world’s largest continent. Asia is home to billions of people and a kaleidoscope of cultures. This teacher-approved book provides students with the chance to understand life in Asia, including the history of indigenous peoples across the continent. The book covers the geography, history, economics, and civics of each of the 48 countries in Asia in an ea...