The Journey Through Wales and The Description of Wales
Download or Read eBook The Journey Through Wales and The Description of Wales PDF written by Giraldus (Cambrensis) and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 1978-12-14 with total page 512 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle.
| Author | : Giraldus (Cambrensis) |
| Publisher | : Penguin UK |
| Total Pages | : 512 |
| Release | : 1978-12-14 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9780140443394 |
| ISBN-13 | : 0140443398 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (94 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis The Journey Through Wales and The Description of Wales by : Giraldus (Cambrensis)
Book excerpt: Gerald of Wales was one of the most dynamic and colorful churchmen of the 12th century. His JOURNEY describes a mission to Wales undertaken in 1188 by Baldwin, Archbishop of Canterbury, with Gerald as his companion. THE DESCRIPTION provides a picture of the day-to-day existence of ordinary Welshmen of the time. Both offer a wealth of fascinating first-hand historical detail.
