Life in History, A - Softcover

The English version of Welsh historian John Davies' autobiography, translated by Jon Gower. The distinguished historian John Davies made an enormous contribution to Welsh life and culture over more than half a century. Here, in his own words, he recalls his upbringing in industrial Rhondda in the 1940s, in rural Cardiganshire in the 1950s, and describes the growth of the Welsh nationalist movement in the 1960s, leading to the establishment of the National Assembly. He was for many years a popular and influential warden at Pantycelyn Hall in Aberystwyth, yet found time to complete the prestigious Penguin 'A History of Wales' and other substantial works. This honest and engaging autobiography reveals his zest for life and travel. He emerges as a caring family man, who doted on his children and grandchildren, and also a gardener who loved seeing life bloom in nature.