Brittany: A Concise History

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Prior to its incorporation into France in 1532, the Breton Dukes maintained Brittany's independence as a Celtic nation first established by Nomenoe in the 9th century. Written in an accessible style, this book presents a useful introduction to Brittany for students of French and Breton history, as well as Celtic Studies.

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'The series is aimed at the general reader but this volume will nevertheless be an extremely useful starting point for anyone interested in the development of regional and national identities in Europe, and is especially suited to students of France or of other Celtic cultures. It also provides groundwork that would allow for a fresh approach to European culture that moves beyond disagreements over the stretching of the word 'post-colonial', to embrace new case-studies of cultural complexity such as that of modern-day Brittany.' Heather Williams, French Studies, Vol. 63, No. 3, July 2009

Author Bio

Dr Gwenno Piette is Welsh Language Development Officer at Aberystwyth University.