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Author: W.F.Skene
Publisher: Рипол Классик
ISBN: 5874126643
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 600
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Author: W.F.Skene
Publisher: Рипол Классик
ISBN: 5874126643
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 600
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![The four ancient books of Wales [Black book of Carmarthen, Book of Haneirin, Book of Taliesin, Red book of Hergest] containing the Cymric poems attributed to the bards of the sixth century, by W.F. Skene PDF](https://books.google.com/books/content/images/frontcover/xeEIAAAAQAAJ?fife=w80-h100)
Author: William Forbes Skene
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Languages : en
Pages : 652
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Author: William Forbes Skene
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Category : Tales
Languages : en
Pages : 564
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Category : English poetry
Languages : cy
Pages : 626
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Author: Various Unknown
Publisher: Abela Publishing Ltd
ISBN: 190725692X
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 605
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THE dissolution of the religious houses in Wales during the reign of Henry VIII, and the dispersion of their libraries, led to many Welsh manuscripts passing into the hands of private individuals. Collections of Welsh manuscripts soon began to be formed by persons who took an interest in the history and literature of their country. In the early 1600's many of the manuscripts came into the possession of Robert Vaughan which he amassed at Hengwrt, his home, preserving many unique texts which might otherwise have been lost. Later these become known as the Hengwrt-Peniarth Collection (from the houses from which they were successively preserved). They then formed the nucleus of the National Library of Wales and are still in its care. This is William Skene's anthology of dark-age Welsh Bardic poetry sourced from this collection. Often cited, this book contains every remaining piece of Bardic poetry known. The poems are translated from four manuscripts: THE BLACK BOOK OF CAERMARTHEN, THE RED BOOK OF HERGEST (source of the Mabinogion), THE BOOK OF TALIESSIN and THE BOOK OF ANEURIN, all of which date from the twelfth to the fifteenth centuries A.D. The poems themselves date from much earlier, probably from the sixth century by internal evidence. This volume is one of the treasures of world literature. It is also the only true source material for the study of Bardic lore, which reputedly preserved the impenetrable and arcane beliefs of the Druids. Much of the subject matter is related to mead-inspired battles, particularly the renowned Gododin cycle. However, the poetry rises above the gory combat to achieve an artistic height that would not be reached again for many centuries. The poems are infused throughout with mystic clarity, strange flashes of wisdom, and insight into humanity and nature.
Author: William F Skene
Publisher: True Sign Publishing House Private Limited
ISBN: 9789359044972
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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""The Four Ancient Books of Wales"" by William F. Skene is a seminal work that delves into the medieval Welsh manuscripts known as the ""Four Ancient Books."" Skene, a pioneering scholar of Celtic literature and history, meticulously examines these manuscripts-The Black Book of Carmarthen, The Book of Aneirin, The Book of Taliesin, and The Red Book of Hergest-providing detailed translations, annotations, and historical context. Through his comprehensive analysis, Skene sheds light on the rich literary tradition, folklore, and cultural heritage of Wales. He explores the significance of these manuscripts in preserving Welsh mythology, poetry, and genealogies, offering invaluable insights into the lives and beliefs of the Welsh people during the early medieval period. Skene's work remains an indispensable resource for scholars, students, and enthusiasts interested in Welsh literature, history, and Celtic studies, ensuring the enduring legacy of the ""Four Ancient Books of Wales.""
Author: William Forbes Skene
Publisher:
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Category : Tales
Languages : en
Pages : 532
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Author: W. F. Skene
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
ISBN: 9781498122672
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 618
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This Is A New Release Of The Original 1868 Edition.
Author: William Forbes Skene
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Category : Tales
Languages : en
Pages : 636
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Author: Daniel Huws
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Category : Welsh literature
Languages : en
Pages : 32
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