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Ever since its domestication, the horse has played a central
role in the history of mankind. This multifunctional animal was
responsible for revolutionizing transportation and fighting
techniques, which led ultimately to significant social, economic
and cultural changes. "Horses in Celtic Culture "examines a
fascinating topic that to date has received very little attention
from historians and literary specialists.
The life, career and medieval biography of Gruffudd ap Cynan, king
of Gwynedd 1095-1137. The reign of the North Welsh king Gruffudd ap
Cynan [1075-1135] marked the culmination of a century of rapid
social and political change. A product of three cultures [Welsh,
Irish and Scandinavian], Gruffudd faced a Wales dividedby Norman
incursion and dynastic rivalry; his re-creation of his kingdom saw
him acting on the wider (and often deadly) stage of Anglo-Norman
politics, and surviving where more `traditional' Welsh rulers
failed. His reign encouraged a new growth in Welsh literature and
creativity, and is often looked upon as a literary `golden age'.
This collaborative biography analyses key aspects of the career and
context of this remarkable king. Dr K.L. MAUNDteaches in the School
of History and Archaeology, University of Wales, Cardiff. Other
contributors: DAVID MOORE, C.P. LEWIS, DAVID E. THORNTON, K.L.
MAUND, JUDITH JESCH, NERYS ANN JONES, CERI DAVIES, J.E. CAERWYN
WILLIAMS
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