Books published by University of Wales Press

This volume focuses on one relationship that has featured prominently in the debate about the decline of the Westaphalian model of the nation-state - citizenship. It argues for a distinctive approach to theories of citizenship.

A biography of the Welsh poet Islwyn, one of the greatest poets of the 15th century. This volume presents a study of his life, as well as looking at the impact the death of his lover, Ann Bowen, had on the writer, which inspired him to write possibly his most famous poem, "Y Storm".

An introduction to the links between Welsh literature and the Greek and Roman classics - from the interaction between the literatures of the classical and Welsh worlds as the Welsh language emerged, through the Middle Ages and Renaissance humanism, to the classical inheritance of the 20th century.

This collection of research explores, in four main sections, the relationship between the Conservative party and British society since 1880. It does this by focusing on the key themes of ideology, national identity, gender and policy.

A comprehensive bibliography of anthologies and criticism relating to Anglo-Welsh writing in general, and a more detailed guide to 24 of the most prominant 20th-century writers and the critical response to their work.

A scholarly discussion of the images found in late 19th century/early 20th century lyrical poetry in Wales, at a time of far-reaching social change.

This volume discusses how World War II was imagined and portrayed by Welsh authors; the field under consideration comprises 60 years' worth of experiences recorded by individuals during the war and afterwards. It is a natural sequel to Rhwyg and Tir Neb which discussed Welsh poetry and Welsh prose of the First World War.

The main films discussed in detail are Y Chwarelwr, Yr Etifeddiaeth, Noson Lawen, Today We Live, Eastern Valley, Our Country, The Three Weird Sisters, The Citadel, The Proud Valley, How Green was My Valley, The Corn is Green, The Last Days of Dolwyn, Blue Scar and David.

A highly readable collection of seven essays portraying seven influentially significant figures in the fields of religion and society in Wales during the 20th century, namely D. Cynddelw Williams, Timothe Rees, Lewis Valentine, J. D. Daniel, Ivor Oswy Davies, Pennar Davies and R. Tudur Jones. 8 black-and-white photographs.

This text considers how it is possible for a small country to have a distinct information technology strategy in an increasingly globalized economy.

Rhys Davies dedicated his life to writing and is regarded as one of the most accomplished Welsh prose-writers in English. This volume contains essays on major aspects of his life and work, from the literary, social and national contexts within which he wrote to issues of gender, sexuality and race.

This work examines the career and work of the 20th-century Welsh author Islwyn Ffowc Elis. His works were said to have laid the foundations for the contemporary Welsh novel.

The 6th in the series, Amy, on the death of her husband, is now the mistress of Brangor Hall. However, it is the death of her 2nd husband Cilydd, a poet and Eistedfodd winner, that obsesses her younger son and fuels his dislike of her. Her other son Gwydion is also planning something.

This work represents a detailed, researched attempt to investigate the role which the Probation Service might play in the field of trial and probation. Using an on-th-ground investigation of current practise, it looks at those services which can assist courts to release defendants on bail.

A comprehensive study of the medieval tale Peredur, comprising six articles in Welsh and one in English by renowned scholars exploring the history of the manuscript, its language and style, together with the social and European context of the text, thus throwing new light on the tales of the Mabinogion in general.

This volume deals with the 20th-century literature that is either Anglo-Welsh or that which relates to Wales. The argument of how writers "ground" themselves in their imagined Wales as a means of anchoring themselves against groundlessness in modern civilization, is also examined.

A collection of five interviews with one of the most versatile and prolific Welsh authors of the 20th century, celebrating his life and work as he reaches his eightieth birthday.

The author of this volume is acknowledged as one of the most distinguished translators of Welsh into English. In this collection of essays he discusses the process of translation both generally and with reference to specific examples, offering insights into a translator's choices.

A thorough and valuable study of the role of the woman in Welsh history by means of medieval literary and visual evidence, providing an insight into the attitudes of Welsh society towards female purity and sanctity, and the social, religious, literary and cultural ideas of the age. 9 black-and-white and 11 colour plates.

Emyr Humphreys, poet, novelist, short-story writer and dramatist, is one of the foremost literary figures in Wales. For over 40 years he has interpreted the world of Welsh-speaking Wales, sympathetically but without sentiment.