Wales: A Very Peculiar History
By (Author) Rupert Matthews
Bonnier Books Ltd
Bonnier Books Ltd
11th February 2025
7th November 2024
United Kingdom
General
Non Fiction
Humour collections and anthologies
942.9
Hardback
192
Width 109mm, Height 158mm, Spine 18mm
250g
From tall tales of Merlin to the rise of Plaid Cymru, delve into the weird-but-wonderful aspects of Wales!
Tracing Welsh history from Roman invasion all the way up to the power of the mining industry, Wales: A Very Peculiar History takes a sideways look at some of the more bizarre aspects of this incredible country. Get ready to explore the home of welsh rarebit, Maelgwn the Dragon, and Llanfairpwllgwyngyll-gogerychwyrndrobwll-llantysilio-go-go-goch!
Packed with ups and downs, hills and valleys, and hope and triumph against the odds, this fascinating read is the perfect pocket-sized companion to the Celtic nation. Fascinating facts, quirky comic-style illustrations, a full glossary, timeline and index makes this book great for gifting to all ages!