This was a fun read, but does not go on any "must read" lists about Wales, Welsh culture, etc... The author spins some funny anecdotes about her travels around the world searching for the Welsh language, but the narrator should step back once in a while and let the story tell itself. Frankly, the author and her travelling companion, who has no discernable interest in the Welsh language or culture, do get on the reader's nerves tipyn bach. Petro does have a writer's talent but this is light reading that because of the novelty of its subject matter has achieved some cult following among the American Welsh and expats. By all means read it. But - for a true understanding of Welsh culture far better you read "The Matter of Wales" by Jan Morris, or "Land of My Fathers" by Gwynfor Evans.