The Welsh Language Before the Industrial Revolution

By Geraint H. Jenkins

The Welsh language is the oldest living European language. This volume surveys the social history of the language in modern times. Its political status is considered, together with the use of Welsh in the courts, and in religion, education and scholarship. The promotion of Welsh is also discussed.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 070831418X
• ISBN13: 9780708314180
• Release Date: September 2002
• Publisher: University of Wales Press
• Length: 464 Pages
• Weight: 1.78 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.2" x 9.3"