The Revolt of Owain Glyn Dwr by R R Davies
Owain Glyndwr is arguably the most famous figure in the history of Wales. His revolt (1400-1409) was the last major Welsh rebellion against English rule. It established a measure of unity such as Wales had never previously experienced and generated a remarkable vision of Wales as an independent country with its own native prince, its own church, and its own universities. In the event, Owain's rebellion was defeated or, perhaps more correctly, burnt itself out. But Owain himself was not captured; and soon after his death he became a legendary hero among the Welsh people. In more recent times he has come to be regarded as the father of modern Welsh nationalism. Written by one of Britain's leading medieval historians, this book will appeal to those who are fascinated by national heroes in all periods. It should also be of particular interest to those who are intrigued by this most famous movement in the history of Wales, and by the remarkable man who led the rebellion.A former President of the Royal Historical Society, R. R. Davies is Chichele Professor of Medieval History at All Souls College, Oxford, and Chairman of the Modern History Faculty, University of Oxford. His books include The Revolt of Owain Glyn Dwr, Domination and Conquest: The Experience of
Ireland, Scotland, and Wales 1100-1300, and Conquest, Coexistence, and Change: Wales 1063-1415.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780192853363 |
| ISBN 10 | 0192853368 |
| Title | The Revolt of Owain Glyn Dwr |
| Author | R R Davies |
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| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Oxford University Press |
| Year published | 1997-10-01 |
| Number of pages | 413 |
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