Books published by Y Lolfa

An unrivalled insight into the sad mismanagement of rugby union in the 25 years since it turned professional, endangering its future at amateur level. The book recounts the history of the early decades as a professional sport, and suggests solutions to the injury crisis and financial apartheid operated by the major northern-hemisphere unions. -- Y

The gruesome stories of the hardest, most ruthless rugby players from around the world since World War I. As talented as they were fiery, many were just as lively off the pitch as on it. In our era of citing commissioners, super slow-motion replays and trial by social media, some of their actions are quite hard to believe! Foreword by Nigel Owens.

A handy little language aid designed to be carried by Cornish learners at all times. This concertina booklet, contained in protective plastic pouch, offers basic Cornish grammar rules, as well as everyday phrases and a collection of the most commonly used Cornish words.

A handy little language aid designed to be carried by Scots Gaelic learners at all times. This concertina booklet, contained in protective plastic pouch, offers basic Gaelic grammar rules, as well as everyday phrases and a collection of the most commonly used Gaelic words.

A handy little language aid designed to be carried by Irish learners at all times. This concertina booklet, contained in protective plastic pouch, offers basic Irish grammar rules, as well as everyday phrases and a collection of the most commonly used Irish words.

The true story of former criminal defence lawyer Dylan Rhys Jones' experience of defending Rhyl serial killer Peter Moore, found guilty in 1996 of murdering four men and seriously assaulting many more, and referred to by the judge when sentencing as as dangerous a man as it is possible to find. -- Cyngor Llyfrau Cymru

Children's picture book by the illustrator of Little Honey Bee, Wales on the Map, Four Branches of the Mabinogi and many more. A beautifully illustrated story about emigration and homesickness. A family leaves Wales in search of a better life in the USA, where their hand-stitched quilt proves a great comfort.

A light-hearted, fully-illustrated retro-style picture book with 60+ words and phrases for you to practice with your furry best friend. Suitable as a first introduction for language learners of all ages. Pronunciation guide for every phrase, and many of the words and phrases can also be used in non pet-related situations!

A second humorous novel based on the outrageous antics of local characters from the author''s early life in the South Wales Valleys. By the author of the very popular and funny Tales from My Welsh Village (Y Lolfa, 2018), now in its fourth impression.

Biography of Richard Wain from Penarth, Glamorgan, who won the Victoria Cross for his heroic actions at the Battle of Cambrai in the First World War, aged only 20. Also traces in detail the history of the Tank Corps and its contribution to the winning of the war, looking at personnel training and the development of tanks. -- Cyngor Llyfrau Cymru

Nofel ddirgelwch ddarllenadwy a chyffrous, wedi ei lleoli mewn tref ddiwydiannol yn ail hanner y 19eg ganrif. Mae'r prif gymeriad Sara yn dianc o afael ei thad sy'n weinidog alcoholig, ac yn dod i'r dre, wedi gweld hysbyseb am swydd newyddiadurol yng ngwasg Joseph Glass, dyn busnes rhyddfrydol a golygydd papur newydd Llais y Bobol.

A comprehensive Welsh grammar book for adult learners wishing to use the Welsh language in everyday situations, presented in an entertaining style with cartoon illustrations by a highly experienced teacher, with graded sections and useful exercises.

A book for Welsh learners, Advanced Level, being a collection of short stories by well-known authors. The volume comprises 25,000 words and has a glossary. Edited by Rhiannon Thomas, a tutor specialising in the field of teaching Welsh to adults.

A light-hearted, fully-illustrated retro-style picture book with 60+ words and phrases you can use to practise your Welsh with your best furry friend.

Probably Britain''s oldest centre of learning and important across the whole of medieval western Europe, St Illtud''s monastery and school at Llantwit Major, south Wales flourished from c.500 AD to the Reformation. This is the first detailed history of the Celtic Christian community there - one of the greatest untold stories in British history....

Welsh saints continue to fascinate many with an interest in Welsh history and tradition, and none more so than Dewi Sant / Saint David, who especially remains very much part of the Welsh national consciousness. A fully colour illustrated volume. -- Cyngor Llyfrau Cymru

A collection of beautiful but fun illustrations of Wales'' most spectacular castles to colour and treasure, by well-known Welsh artist Dorian Spencer Davies.

A light-hearted, fully-illustrated retro-style picture book with 60+ words and phrases you can use to practise your Maori with your best furry friend.

If dementia has affected you, this book is for you. Perhaps you know someone who has dementia or you care for a person with dementia, or you may have just received a diagnosis yourself. Whoever you are, confusion can affect others apart from the person with the condition, and this book supplies the information and support to help you cope with...