The Customs and Traditions of Wales

by Trefor Owen

This concise and informative guide looks back to the customs and traditions of a predominantly rural Wales during the nineteenth century -- the revelries of the corn harvest; winter nights by the fireside, knitting, telling stories and making rush candles; overcoming poverty and hardship by raising funds at a cwrw bach ...

 

Each chapter is complemented by several eye-witness accounts -- vivid descriptions of a forgotten way of life.  Customs are arranged into four main those centered on the hearth and home, agriculture, community life and the parish church.

 

In this book, Trefor M. Owen explores the origins of Welsh customs and traditions and examines the changes they underwent during the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries in response to industrialization and the growth of Nonconformity.

108 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1991

Reviews

[Cecily Felber · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is one of the most incredible compendiums of surviving folk custom I've ever read. It's been absolutely invaluable to me in researching for my own novels.

[Begoña Merino · Rating 2 out of 5]

I was interested in knowing more about Wales as I lived there for one year. The book is okay if you like history of the daily life and are interested in rural life.