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'Neglected' history of Wales in Second World War published
Wales’ role in the Second World War, and its effect on the people and landscape of the nation, has been severely neglected says Quentin Deakin, author of Wales in World War 2 (Y Lolfa). Taking a fresh look at the subject, Dr Deakin argues that neither Welsh or English historians have shown the extent to which Wales was vital to the British war effort. read more
The personal stories of 26 former Welsh rugby internationals
What does a warehouse worker, a lab technician, and a supermarket owner have in common? They were all Welsh international rugby players in their day and are among the 26 who have shared their remarkable stories in ‘Rugby Lives’, a new book by sports journalist Simon Thomas. read more
Celebration of centenary of Welsh women's peace petition
This week sees the publication of a bilingual English/Welsh history of an amazing Petition that sought world peace. The Petition, started in Wales in the wake of World War I, asked American women to work alongside the women of Wales in the name of peace and held almost 400,000 signatures – a significant percentage of the female population of the day. read more
The stories of rugby legend Charlie Faulkner shared for the first time
As the last legend from the 1970s Wales rugby team to break his silence, the late Charlie Faulkner shares stories of his life and playing career for the first time in a new book published by Y Lolfa, ‘Charlie Faulkner – the 1 and only’. read more
The Miners Strike Back - "at once hilarious, authentic, and thoroughly charming"
The Miners Strike Back is a new satirical novel by ex-miner Kevin Dicks and published by Y Lolfa. It is his debut novel and has been described as ‘Twin Town meets the Miners’ Strike”. read more
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