Some Specimens of the Poetry of the Ancient Welsh Bards by Evan Evans

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Author Evans, Evan, 1731-1788
Contributor Jenkins, John, 1821-1896
LoC No. 18004755
Title Some Specimens of the Poetry of the Ancient Welsh Bards
Credits Transcribed from the [1862] John Pryse, Llanidloes edition by David Price
Summary "Some Specimens of the Poetry of the Ancient Welsh Bards" by Evan Evans is a collection of translations and historical notes on ancient Welsh poetry, likely written in the late 18th century. This work aims to introduce the audience to the rich poetic heritage of Wales by translating verses from celebrated bards and providing context around their significance. It highlights themes of valor, heritage, and love, often revolving around historical figures and events from Welsh history. The opening of this collection focuses on the preface and introduction, wherein Evan Evans explains his motivations for presenting the works of the Welsh bards to an English-speaking audience. He acknowledges the difficulties of translating these poems due to the changes in the Welsh language over the centuries and expresses a deep respect for the original works, which celebrate the heroic deeds and virtues of prominent figures in Welsh history. Evans emphasizes the necessity of preserving these ancient voices, even as their meanings risk being lost to time. Overall, the beginning sets the stage for a body of work intended to bridge cultural gaps and honor the poetic legacy of Wales. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PB: Language and Literatures: General works
Subject Welsh poetry -- Translations into English
Subject Welsh poetry -- To 1550
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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