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"R.R. Davies has made himself the leading historian of medieval Wales...has something to teach all those interested in the political, social, and military history of Europe in the later middle ages."--The Albion
."..A remarkable achievement."--HISTORY
"[Rees Davies's work] stands as the finest analysis of the Glyn Dwr Revolt to date"--Journal of Military History
"This highly readable book is the work of a mature scholar and is a fine exemplar of how one does history and how one should write about it. Davies thinks that history is fun and that it is really about the people behind the documents....the book is written to appeal to a wide readership and will be intellectually accessible to anyone who enjoys history."--Speculum - A Journal of Medieval Studies
"A splendid analysis....All levels."--Choice
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Owain Glyn Dwr is arguably the most famous figure in the history of Wales. His revolt (1400-1409) was the last major Welsh rebellion against English rule. It established a measure of unity such as Wales had never previously experienced and generated a remarkable vision of Wales as an independent country with its own native prince, its own church and its own universities. In the event, Owain's rebellion was defeated or, perhaps more correctly, burnt itself out. But Owain himself was not captured; and soon after his death he became a legendary hero among the Welsh people. In more recent times he has come to be regarded as the father of Welsh nationalism. Written by one of Britain's leading medieval historians, this book will appeal to those who are fascinated by national heroes in all periods. It is also of particular interest to those who are intrigued by this most famous movement in the history of Wales, and by the mystery surrounding the remarkable man who led the rebellion.
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18 of 21 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book is great, the only thing I disagreed with was the books title. However, the author (Davies) does describe how the events led to a full blown war of independance and one of the conclusions of the book is that the war could possibly have won if his luck had been better.
Chapters describe in depth the reasons for the revolt and the allies and enemies of Owain and his cause. He also describes how the war was fought and the aftermath and submission.
The bad luck for Owain was that the Scots were pacified, the French declared a truce with the English, Hotspur lost, the Irish were not interested in helping, and one of the winters was really bad. Much of this happened in one or two years. Also, Henry V proved to be a good tactician and tough adversary, much better than Henry IV.
The book is evidence based and the author is careful not to write anything without qualifying it with evidence and sources. It is still fairly easy to read and a very good read, I highly recommend it.
1 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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I agree with Mr. Price's review. R R Davies is Welsh I would imagine (?), and yet the book would appear to be from an English slant. For example, the title could be chosen differently as the first reviewer noted.
I have enjoyed the book, but found that it is in frustratingly small font which unexpectedly changes sizes (even smaller) in the middle of a page.
I haven't found this to be an easy read, as the use of English is unsympathetic in my opinion. Sentences are often inordinately long...I've just taken a random page and there is one sentence 128 words long between full stops.
However, having said this, I found the content interesting and informative, and certainly usefull to anyone studying or interested this period fo Welsh history.
I have enjoyed the book, but found that it is in frustratingly small font which unexpectedly changes sizes (even smaller) in the middle of a page.
I haven't found this to be an easy read, as the use of English is unsympathetic in my opinion. Sentences are often inordinately long...I've just taken a random page and there is one sentence 128 words long between full stops.
However, having said this, I found the content interesting and informative, and certainly usefull to anyone studying or interested this period fo Welsh history.
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5 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Informative but bit dry
7 Aug 2005
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Revolt of Owain Glyn Dwr was one of the most important historical moments in Welsh history but its not very well covered by historians. R.R. Davies' effort to correct that situation proves to be somewhat successful. This book proves to be very well researched, quite informative about the revolt and its background as well as the consequences the people of Wales paid for supporting such a revolt. The author clearly gives out the causes and effects of Owain Gly Dwr's actions and results.
Where the book fell short - at least in my humble opinion - was that its written without much flair or energy. The text - informative and interesting as they were - proves to be quite dry and unexciting. In some way, it was like reading a college text book.
But the book was well supported with maps, figures and several family tree lines that help make the events and people more understandable. Ironic, as the author himself wrote, we seem to know more about Owain Glyn Dwr's revolt then the actual man himself. Lack of a primary sources even prevent us of knowing what he looked like much less, his personality or character.
This book was primary written for serious student of the medieval period regarding Welsh and English history. A beginner reader may get bore with the text since the book is bit hard to "get into". Despite of the exciting title, its not a very exciting book to read.
Where the book fell short - at least in my humble opinion - was that its written without much flair or energy. The text - informative and interesting as they were - proves to be quite dry and unexciting. In some way, it was like reading a college text book.
But the book was well supported with maps, figures and several family tree lines that help make the events and people more understandable. Ironic, as the author himself wrote, we seem to know more about Owain Glyn Dwr's revolt then the actual man himself. Lack of a primary sources even prevent us of knowing what he looked like much less, his personality or character.
This book was primary written for serious student of the medieval period regarding Welsh and English history. A beginner reader may get bore with the text since the book is bit hard to "get into". Despite of the exciting title, its not a very exciting book to read.
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