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The Cambrian Directory [1800]; Or, Cursory Sketches of the Welsh Territories
Exploring the Enigmatic Welsh Territories of 1800By Anonymous
Length5h 4m
About this audiobook
The Cambrian Directory, penned anonymously in 1800, serves as a rich tapestry weaving together sketches of the Welsh territories, elucidating the region's cultural, geographical, and historical significance. With its vibrant prose and engaging narrative style, the book captures the essence of early 19th-century Wales, presenting both well-trodden landmarks and hidden gems through keen observational insights. The author adopts a unique lens that emphasizes local folklore, societal mores, and natural landscapes, situating the work within a burgeoning romantic literary movement that celebrates the beauty and complexity of the British countryside. The identity of the author remains unknown, yet it is conceivable that they were an individual deeply immersed in Welsh culture, possibly motivated by a desire to promote local heritage during a period of emerging national consciousness. This anonymity reflects broader themes prevalent in the Romantic era, where personal identity often intersected with collective cultural storytelling. The author's work contemporaneously parallels the efforts of other writers advocating for Wales's recognition, suggesting a keen awareness of the evolving political and social landscapes of the time. Readers are encouraged to explore The Cambrian Directory not only for its scenic descriptions but also for its contribution to Welsh literature and history. This compelling work invites both scholars and casual readers alike to engage with the poignant narratives that have helped shape Wales's distinctive identity. Its exploration of the Welsh territories is sure to inspire further appreciation of this often-overlooked region.
Audiobook details
GenreHistory
Length5 hrs 4 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 9, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PREFACE.
53MACHYNLLETH,
2THE CAMBRIAN DIRECTORY.
54TALYLYN;
3CHELTENHAM,
55DOLGELLY;
4GLOUCESTER.
56BARMOUTH.
5WESTBURY,
57HARLECH,
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6FLAXLEY ABBEY,
58TAN-Y-BWLCH.
7NEWNHAM,
59BEDDGELERT,
8LIDNEY,
60SNOWDON.
9CHEPSTOW.
61CAERNARVON;
10CALDECOT CASTLE.
62PLAS-NEWYDD,
11CAERWENT,
63BANGOR,
12CAERLEON,
64BEAUMARIS,
13NEWPORT
65CONWAY CASTLE.
14CARDIFF
66ABERGELE,
15LANDAFF;
67RHUDDLAN,
16CAERPHILY
68ST. ASAPH,
17MYTHER TIDVIL,
69DENBIGH,
18PONT NEATH VECHAN,
70RUTHIN,
19NEATH,
71WREXHAM.
20BRITTON FERRY.
72MARCH WIEL,
21SWANSEA.
73RUABON,
22OYSTERMOUTH CASTLE,
74PONTCYSYLLTY, [147]
23MUMBLES,
75LLANGOLLEN,
24CHERITON,
76CHIRK.
25LLANELLY,
77WHITTINGTON.
26KIDWELY,
78OSWESTRY.
27CAERMARTHEN,
79LLANYMYNACH,
28LAUGHARNE,
80WELCH POOL
29GREEN BRIDGE.
81MONTGOMERY,
30TENBY,
82BISHOPS CASTLE,
31PEMBROKE,
83LUDLOW;
32MILFORD HAVEN,
84LEOMINSTER,
33HUBBERSTON,
85HEREFORD,
34TENBY,
86ROSS,
35CRESSELEY,
87MONMOUTH,
36LANDSHIPPING,
88LLANDOGO;
37PICTON,
89TINTERN:
38HAVERFORD-WEST,
90CHEPSTOW,
39NEWGIN BRIDGE,
91ADDENDA.
40ROACH CASTLE
92SONNETS.
41ST. DAVIDS,
93ADVERTISEMENT.
42RAMSEY ISLE,
94SONNET I.
43FISHGUARD,
95SONNET II.
44NEWPORT,
96SONNET III.
45KILGERRAN CASTLE,
97SONNET IV.
46CARDIGAN,
98SONNET V.
47ST. DOGMAEL’s ABBEY,
99SONNET VI.
48LLANARTH,
100SONNET VII.
49ABERAERON,
101SONNET VIII.
50ABERYSTWITH,
102CHART.
51DEVIL’s BRIDGE,
103FOOTNOTES.
52HAVOD,
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