Welsh and Other Celtic Books
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Dictionaries (Welsh)
Note: All the dictionaries listed below are Welsh/English-English/Welsh unless otherwise stated.
GEIRIADUR MAWR (translation, "Big Dictionary"). This is the best of the regular-sized dictionaries, the one used by most Welsh speakers and serious students. Hard cover, 859pp. Pub. Gomer. Was $49, now $40.
COLLINS SPURRELL POCKET WELSH DICTIONARY, new edition. Over 35,000 references and 50,000 translations, increased coverage of contemporary Welsh and English, Welsh personal and place names. An attractive pocket dictionary withflexible plasticized cover to wear well. 6 1/2" x 4 1/2", 317pp. Somewhat larger print than the Geiriadur Bach and Collins Gem below. Was $25, now $19.
Y GEIRIADUR BACH: The Welsh Pocket Dictionary. Comprehensive dictionary of current Welsh. Small print. 5 1/2 x 4". 406pp. Pub. Christopher Davies. Was $14, now $11.
COLLINS GEM WELSH DICTIONARY. Exactly the same as the Collins Spurrell listed above, except that the print is smaller. This is the real pocket dictionary, only 4 1/2 x 3". 372pp, small print. Plasticized cover. Was $14, now $11.
THE WELSH LEARNER'S DICTIONARY by Heini Gruffudd. Claims to be the definitive dictionary for Welsh learners, with over 20,000 words and phrases, pronunciations, grammatical explanations, words in context, section on mutations, and place names. Largish pocket size. Pub. Y Lolfa, 2002 printing, 256pp. Was $20, now $16.
Reference Books for Welsh Speakers, Teachers and Students
234 WELSH VERBS by Kathryn Klingebiel. Standard literary forms, alphabetically arranged, fully conjugated in all tenses, index of verb stems. Special section on verbs plus prepositions. Pub. Ford & Bailie, 272pp. Was $33, now $26.
A CHECK-LIST OF WELSH VERBS/Y LLYFR BERFAU by D. Geraint Lewis. This book is the Welsh equivalent of "1000 French/Spanish/ Italian Verbs Conjugated." It contains all the verbs included in Geiriadur Gomer i'r Ifanc, and is the most comprehensive list of its kind yet to appear, according to the back cover. It is also "user friendly"! 231pp. Pub. Gomer. Was $18, now $15.
BUSINESS WELSH: A USER'S MANUAL by Robert Dery. This is a reference volume for native speakers and advanced learners who wish to use Welsh in a business or professional environment. A wide range of sample situations in English and Welsh are presented; these can be adapted for your own specific use. Pub. Routledge, 91pp. Was $10, now $7.
GRAMADEG CYMRAEG CYFOES (Contemporary Welsh Grammar) by D. Brown. The basics of Welsh grammar are clearly set out systematically. An indispensable reference book for the Welsh student. Large size. 128pp. Was $15.00, now $12.
WELSH PHRASES FOR LEARNERS by Leonard Hayles. We've seen a lot of Welsh phrasebooks, and this one looks like the best so far. These phrases and idioms have been compiled by a Welsh learner. Pub. Y Lolfa 1997. 169pp.Was $20, now $16.
Reading Books in Welsh for Learners
All of the books below are for learners who have some study of Welsh under their belt.
Dirgel Ddyn gan Mihangel Morgan. Novel, in Welsh; advanced learners' level. 149pp. Pub. Gomer. $11
Saith Pechod Marwol by Mihangel Morgan. Novel for advanced learners. 124pp. $15
Rhys Lewis: Cam at y Cewri by Daniel Owen with Basil Davies. An abridged version for learners of Welsh of one of Daniel Owen’s famous novels, with vocabulary and notes at the foot of each page. 224pp. $16.00
Teithiau Car gan Sion Meredith. One of a series of books in Welsh for learners who wish to learn about Wales. Square format, about 60pp. Pub. y Lolfa. Drawings, photos. $10
David Samwell (Dafydd Ddu Feddyg) 1751-1798 by E.G.Bowen. The story of a colorful Welshman who was a surgeon, and accompanied Captain Cook on his third voyage of exploration. Each year on St. David’s Day in Wales an informative bilingual book by a well-known author is published by the University of Wales for young people. This book is ideal for Welsh learners because the Welsh is not as difficult as in books put out for Welsh-speaking adults, and the English and Welsh are on facing pages throughout. Soft cover, used.115pp. 1974. $9.00
Robert Roberts (Y Sgolor Mawr) 1834-1885 by T. O. Phillips. The story of a great Welsh scholar who worked on a Welsh dictionary and other literary projects. Each year on St. David’s Day in Wales an informative bilingual book by a well-known author is published by the University of Wales for young people. This book is ideal for Welsh learners because the Welsh is not as difficult as in books put out for Welsh-speaking adults, and the English and Welsh are on facing pages throughout. Soft cover, used. 105pp. 1957. $9.00
Stori Gelert by Joan Perkins. Children's story, with charming drawings. Small format. 31pp. Was $4, now $2.
POETRY and Poets
Dafydd ap Gwilym Poems. Translation, introduction and notes by Rachel Bromwich. Fifty-six poems, both Welsh and English. 207pp. Hard cover. Pub Gomer 3rd impression with revisions 1993. Was $26.00, now $18.
Dylan Thomas by Paul Ferris. The story of the poet's life. Pub Penguin 1987, 446pp. Soft cover. Was $16.00, now $12.
Bro Sarhad - Valley of Shame. Poems by Robert Joseph Jones. Let It Brew Publishing, Binghamton, New York. 52pp. Was $6, now $4.
Where There's Love: Welsh Folk Poems of Love and Marriage. Translated by Joseph P. Clancy. 35pp. Pub. Northgate. Was $7, now $5.
HISTORY AND RELATED SUBJECTS
A History of Wales by John Davies. First published in Welsh in 1991, this book is a history from earliest times to the late twentieth century. Pub Penguin, 2007 edition..767 pp. Was $48, now $29.
Y Ddraig Goch/The Red Dragon by Aeres Twigg. A bilingual booklet with information on the history of the red dragon of Wales, with colored pictures of various dragons. Pub. Gomer, 24pp. Was $9, now $7.
A Pocket Guide: The History of Wales by J. Graham Jones. Starts with the settlement of Britain by the ancient Celts. 177pp, illustrations. U of Wales Press. Was $20.00, now $15.
Sacred Fire by Haydn Richards. A historical novel about Dr. William Price of Wales, who was responsible for making cremation legal in Britain. 155pp.Was $11, now $7.
Fighting for Wales by Gwynfor Evans. The author surveys the past and the prospects of the future of Wales. Is Wales destined to die or to participate fully in a new European and world order? 221pp. Pub. Y Lolfa. Was $16, now $11.
The Welsh Imperial Singers by Alun Trevor. Their tours of Britain, Canada and the United States 1926-1939. Bilingual, photos. Pub Gwasg Carreg Gwalch 1991 95pp S Was $8.00, now $6.00.
David Lloyd George: The Man and the Statesman by J. Hugh Edwards. Two-volume set. Pub Waverley 1930, 705pp. Hard cover. Was $31.00 set, now $20.
Tempestuous Journey: Lloyd George His Life and Times by Frank Owen. 41 photos. Pub Hutchinson 1954, 784 pp. Hard cover. Was $25.00, now $16.
Britain's Living Folklore by Roy Palmer. An exploration of the rich and varied folklore of Britain, the myths and customs that have colored the everyday life of Britain for centuries. Pub. Llanerch 1995. 208pp. Was $21, now $15.
Reference Wales compiled by John May. This is a handbook of factual information, with the contents arranged under subject headings (eg. sport, arts, economy, etc.). Would be excellent for trivia contests. Pub U of Wales Press 1994, 356pp. Soft cover. Was $25.00, now $16.
Lloyd George Was My Father by Olwen Carey Evans. Anecdotes and family experiences, recalled with humor, warmth and perception by his daughter, plus photos from the family album. Pub Gomer 1985, 173pp. Hard cover. Was $15.00 , now $11.
Culture In Crisis: The Future of the Welsh Language by Clive Betts. A discussion of the battle to save Welsh, with history and statistics, and some suggestions for the future. Pub Ffynnon 1976, 243pp. Hard cover. Was $15.00, now $10.
Anatomy of Wales, ed. R. Brinley Jones. 12 essays by well-known writers (Roland Mathias, Kenneth O. Morgan, eg) on geography, history, society, economy, industry, religion, politics, education, language and literature, music, English writing and art. Pub Gwerin 1972, 253pp. Hard cover. Was $25.00, now $16.
Decorative Cast-Ironwork In Wales by Ifor Edwards. "The prime aim of this book is to inculcate in others a love of the treasures we still possess as part of our heritage, and to ensure their preservation for future generations: the decorative cast-iron artifacts shown here belong to an era which will never return." Gas lamps, bridges, fountains, seaside piers, gates, railings, balconies, brackets etc. Many drawings and photos. Bilingual. Square format. Pub Gomer 1989, 128pp. Hard cover. Was $26.00, now $15.00
MAPS, PICTURE BOOKS, TRAVEL
Wales Tourist Map, pub. Wales Tourist Board/ Jarrold. An excellent modern road map. $9.00
Touring Map Wales/Cymru. Bilingual map with a complete place-names index, and markings for tourist information centers, castles and other points of interest. $12 We have one of these left.
Welsh Place Names. Listing of (pretty well) all of the place names in Wales in alphabetical order with their meanings, and interesting historical references. 40pp. $6
Welsh Place and Farm Names by Annie Lloyd. This is for those who want to know the meaning of the place or farm name their ancestors came from in Wales. 52pp. Format 8 1/2 x 11", plastic looseleaf bound, lies flat Published by the author. Was $12, now $9.
The Angling Times Book of the Wye
by Leslie
Baverstock. A book for the rod fisherman, who might be interested in trying for salmon,
trout or other fish on a vacation in Wales. Photos. Pub David & Charles 1981, 192pp. Hard
cover. Was
$10.00, now $7.
Sale! Ordinance Survey Maps: The following
Ordinance Survey
maps (1 1/4 inches to 1 mile), priced at $10 to $12, are
on
sale at $7 ea:
Gloucester & Forest of Dean #162
South Wales. Bartholomew map, 1/2 inch to the mile. 1968. Used. $3
GENEALOGY AND FAMILY NAMES
Beginning Welsh Research by Annie Lloyd. This book is a detailed guide to researching your Welsh ancestry in the United States without having to go to Wales. The author, a consultant in the Family History Center in West Los Angeles, gives step-by-step advice; plus examples of records and documents, and much useful information about the whole subject of Welsh names and records. If you don't know where to begin in your own family research we recommend you start with this book. Looseleaf, large size. 157pp. Was $20.00, now $15.
Bibliography of Welsh Sources by Annie Lloyd. A comprehensive listing of books that are useful as sources in Welsh genealogical research. Ninety-one categories of books and other materials are listed alphabetically, from Abbeys and Castles to Wrexham. Looseleaf, large size. 72pp. Was $8, now $5.
Welsh Names For Children by Heini Griffudd. Over 1,000 Welsh names and the origins of their meaning. 94pp. Was $11.00, now $8.
Bible, Saints, Religious
Y Beibl Cymraeg Newydd: Argraffuad Diwygiedig. This is the 2004 edition, published by the Cymdeithas Y Beibl (Bible Society). Brown hard cover, nice readable print. Was $44, now $36.
The Encircled Cross: Tales of the Saints of Pembrokeshire and the Gower by Phil Forder and Peter Oram. Very nice black-and-white drawings. 83pp. Pub. Starborn Books. Was $10, now $7.
An Age of Saints: Its Relevance For Us Today by Chalwyn James. A history of Britain's Celtic Fringe during the Dark Ages, and the priceless legacy left to us by its saints. Includes chapters on saints of Wales and Ireland. Pub. Llanerch 1996. 115pp. Was $16.00, now $12.
Celtic Crosses of Wales by J. Romilly Allen. A detailed discussion of elements of design of the large standing stone crosses in Wales. This book is a reproduction of a work first published in Archaeologia Cambrensis in 1899. Pub. Llanerch, 103pp, many pages of black-and-white illustrations.Was $12.00, now $9.
A Book For Those Interested in Bible Study
God Has Spoken But What Has He Said? A Coherent Guide to Interpreting the Bible For Yourself by H. A. Habermehl. Answers questions like: If there is only one Bible, why do Christians disagree so much? Is it possible to know whose views are right? Can the Bible really be understood at all? The author, an engineer, develops a straightforward set of practical principles of interpretation, with applications and examples. If you are searching for Bible truth, here is a book that will reaffirm your belief in Holy Scripture while helping you determine what God is saying in His revelation to man. Admittedly, this book has no connection to anything Welsh, except that the author is married to Anne! 220pp. $12.00
MISCELLANEOUS BOOKS, Used
The Other'Un, adapted from "Egile" by P. J. Helias. A bilingual Breton /English play, with the two languages on facing pages. 55pp. Pub. Brud Nevez 1981. $5
Histoire de Bretagne. A history of Brittany told for children in French. A large proportion of it is drawings. Large format. Pub. Editions Breizh Hor Bro. 48pp. $10
The Region of the Summer Stars by Frances Thomas. The third part of a Taliesin novel trilogy. Pub. Barn Owl Press. $5
Snooker Today by Peter Arnold. History of the game, its state today, the professional circuit, leading players, and behind the scenes. Many photos in color and blk/wt. Lg size. Pub W.H. Smith 1987 96pp Hard cover. Was $18.00, now $13.
The Harp and the Blade by John Myers Myers. Novel. Pub. Dutton 1941. Deckled edges. 345pp. $5
The Lute Player by Norah Lofts. Historical novel. Pub. Doubleday 1951. Deckled edges. 465pp. $5
MUSIC BOOKS
Gwlad y Gan (Songs of Wales) is an attractive songbook with colored pictures of Wales. Welsh and English words plus piano accompaniment and guitar chords marked above the staff. The 12 songs are: Hen Wlad fy Nhadau, Ships of Caernarfon, Nant y Mynydd, Cwm Rhondda, Sosban Fach, Mae'r Flwydd yn Marw, Moliannwn, Myfanwy, Cyfri'r Geifr, Rachie, Calon Lan, Si Hei Lwli Mabi. Pub. Curiad. $12
Famous Songs of Wales: Welsh National Anthem, Men of Harlech, Captain Morgan's March, David of the White Rock, Hiraeth, Ar Lan y Mor, Ash Grove, more. Melody on staff, simple accompaniment, chords for guitar, English and Welsh words, both in singable for, plus English-language notes on the history of the melody and the words. 14 songs in all. Six very nice colored photos of Wales scattered throughout. Pub. Gwynn. $16
Songs of Wales: Fifty-One Favourite Songs for Voice and Piano. An adaptation of the collection edited by Brinley Richards in 1873, newly arranged for voice and piano, with updated words (English only). In addition to many well-known songs such as All Through the Night, there some less known such as Farewell My Dear Country, The Lady of Sker, and There Lived a Bachelor. Large-size format.108pp. $32
Caneuon Cymru. This is the Welsh version of the Songs of Wales: 51 Favourite Songs..." above. However, this Welsh version has only the melody line with chords above, plus the Welsh words; there is no piano accompaniment. (To get that you have to buy the English version). This is a smaller-sized fromat. $13.00
Canu'r Cymru II. Welsh Folk Songs II. Edited by Phyllis Kinney and Meredydd Evans. 39 folk songs not published before, at least not in this form, taken from library and other sources. Includes melody line and Welsh words, plus fairly extensive bilingual notes on each song at the back of the book. Pub. Welsh Folk-Song society. $11
Tant I'r Plant. This is a book of cerdd dant for children. Contains eleven children's Welsh poems, plus a harp tune for each. No setting for voice is given; it's expected that you do it yourself. At the back of the book are some Welsh-language notes (you aren't expected to be interested in cerdd dant if you can't speak Welsh, you see) and the harp melody line introduction, showing the point at which the singer starts. $6
Tinc a Thonc. Book of Welsh songs for young children by Ceinwen Roberts. Was $10, on sale at $5. One left.
Caneuon Gwerin i Blant (Folk Songs For Children) by Phyllis Kinney and Meredydd Evans. These songs, all in Welsh, include many sung at the Welsh courses. Melody line notes, Welsh words. Book (65 songs) $9.00
Cainc y Delyn. Twelve Welsh harp tunes for penillion settings. Can be played on piano. $4
Telyn y Werin. Eleven harp tunes for penillion settings. Can be played on piano. $7
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