Books published by Y Lolfa

Authorised biography of Welsh nationalist and activist John Barnard Jenkins, one of the most iconic figures in recent Welsh history. The leader of Mudiad Amddiffyn Cymru (MAC), he masterminded their 1960s bombing campaign protesting British state oppression and exploitation of Wales' natural resources. -- Y Lolfa

Bilingual cookery book, full of recipes and colour photos of the family created by Colleen Ramsey. This beautifully designed book will be published to coincide with Colleen''s first cookery series on S4C in December.

"A revealing and humorous trawl through the drinking establishments of the Rhondda Valley in south Wales, UK. Pub Life details pubs and clubs past and present, highlighting the characters that frequent them and the impact they've had as hubs of the Valleys community" --Publisher.

With Wales reaching the World Cup for the first time since 1958, this is a book to inspire and excite fans before the tournament in November. Comprising twenty diverse contributions.

Living in London, Lydia is struggling through her twenties, regretting drunken nights, reflecting on texts and trying her best nor to be late for work. She has a complicated relationship with Wales. Far from home, she questions her identity and her vision of herself as a Welsh woman in the world.

The story of a century of sport, 1920-2020, celebrating the achievements of Swansea University students and alumni, set against the events of the time. It charts the advent of the professional era, the rise of women''s sports, the explosion of new sports and many other far-reaching changes over 100 years.

The first detailed study of Thomas Rees/Twm Carnabwth and his part in the mid-19th century Rebecca Riots in west Wales. Events are seen in their social and historical context, with information drawn from the folk memory and Welsh-language publications which have not previously been studied.

Autobiography of the front man of ground breaking 70s rock Welsh group, Edward H Dafis. As well as stories about the band and his career as a TV director, Cleif Harpwood shares personal stories about his regrets and his divorce.

The story of the second half of Nigel's career as one of the most famous referees in World Rugby, and one of only two Welsh refs ever to officiate at a Rugby World Cup Final, including the full story of his last Rugby World Cup in 2019.

A highly readable, in-depth analysis of the public life of Dame Margaret as wife of Prime Minister David Lloyd George. After a brief intro on her wartime public activities, the book brings to the fore her active political campaigning during Lloyd George''s peacetime Premiership from 1916 to 1922.

New edition to commemorate the 50th anniversary of one of the greatest rugby moments ever. Against all expectations, on 31 October 1972 Carwyn James' Llanelli beat New Zealand 9-3. The day's events are recalled by those who were there. The first edition was shortlisted for the prestigious 2013 British Sports Book Awards.

A bond of rivalry and respect has existed between the rugby-loving Wales and New Zealand since their first match in 1905. This book documents all the matches, but also takes an unorthodox, stimulating look at off-field obligations and functions, an often-overlooked aspect of a tour. With forgotten facts and fresh anecdotes from modern-day greats.

The final title in the trilogy of raw detective novels by Jon Gower (following Y Düwch and Y Dial). Tom Tom and Freeman''s relationship is flowering and they begin to plan their future. However, when Tom Tom''s nephew goes missing, he travels to Scotland to look for the student and is drawn into a very dark and violent world.

A short, modern novel in the ''Amdani'' series for Welsh Learners. This adaptation of Colin Campbell''s What a Lottery!, which is part of the Cambridge English Readers, is suitable for learners at Entry Level up to Unit 13. Ric is a frustrated musician who realises, one evening, that he has won the lottery, on the night after his wife...

An adventure novel for the early teens - the first novel by the author of the stories about popular detective Taliesin MacLeavy. The hero is 15 year old mute, Manawydan Jones, who discovers that he is descended from Manawydan fab Ll¿r of the Mabinogi. An easy read with serious themes, presenting a modern look at some Mabinogi tales for a...

The stories of two brothers in World War II. Christopher Burney was a secret agent tortured by the Gestapo and interned at Buchenwald concentration camp, and Roger a conscientious objector who later worked with the Free French navy, and to whom Benjamin Britten's War Requiem is dedicated.

The story of one woman''s life in rural mid Wales at the turn of the 20th c. Despite poverty and setbacks, she climbs the ladder to become Cook at Gregynog Hall - a real achievement. Marriage and widowhood see her succumb to the fate of many women at that time who had little or no control over their own lives. Although she slid into relative...

A collection of short stories written for Welsh learners by Welsh learners. Each story has a twist in the tale. They are suitable for learners who have been learning Welsh for a year or two. Vocabulary is included at the bottom of each page and at the back of the book. Part of the exciting ''amdani'' series for learners.

A volume of literary extracts providing a concise insight into various Welsh locations - their stories, history, legends and charm. Light is thrown on places throughout the country, from North to South, to coastal locations and Offa''s Dyke. Gareth Evans-Jones is an author, playwright and lecturer. Each location is accompanied with a photograph...

Biography of Dic Penderyn, an innocent man hanged after the 1831 Merthyr Rising workers' revolt, and held as the first martyr of the labor movement in Britain. This book examines Richard Lewis (aka Dic Penderyn)'s life and background as far as we can now know it, the causes and events of the Merthyr Rising, Dic's trial and his legacy.

A mystery novel for children set against the backdrop of the Caron marshland in mid-Wales. The story moves swiftly between two worlds, and deals with themes of relationship, love and the change in our attitude towards the environment.

How can a mischievous schoolgirl save the world? Nel is full of ideas, and when she realises that there is a fiendish plan in the offing, she sets out on an adventure to find the beast that is determined to destroy the planet. With colour illustrations by John Lund, this story is full of advice and ideas about how children can look after their...