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The first lavishly illustrated collection of famous and forgotten Welsh folk tales created for children

Folk stories from different cultures about the Little People that inhabit hidden lands

Little-known folk tales from Welsh settlements in America: a colonial history told through stories from Welsh, American and Native cultures

Crossway church has served the community of the Elephant and Castle for over a century and from three different buildings. Today it is home to ten congregations, three day centres, and numerous community groups. This book traces some of the church's history against the wider context of urban ministry and the chaning sociopolitical milieu of the region. It includes accounts from some of those who attended Crossway in the past, as well as other fascinating stories such as connections to royalty, a delay-action bomb that exploded near the church and a local love story.

Focusing on the practice of preaching, this book offers a comprehensive introduction along with practical exercises designed for both individuals and groups. It is ideal for introductory courses on preaching and modules that integrate preaching within the broader context of leading public worship, making it a valuable resource for those looking to enhance their skills in this area.

This book, a selection of folk tales, true tales, tall tales, myths, gossip, legends and memories, celebrates and honours unique Welsh stories. Some are well known, others from forgotten manuscripts or out-of-print volumes, and some are contemporary oral tales. They reflect the diverse tradition of storytelling, and the many meanings of 'chwedlau'. If someone says, 'Chwedl Cymraeg?' they are asking, 'Do you speak Welsh?' and 'Do you tell a tale in Welsh?' Here is the root of storytelling, or 'chwedleua', in Wales. It is part of conversation.This book, one to linger over and to treasure, keeps these ancient tales alive by retelling them for a new audience.

Although writing predominantly in the English language, Dylan Thomas is regarded as many as Wales' finest poet. He became popular in his lifetime and remained so after his premature death. In his later life he acquired the reputation as a roistering, drunken and doomed poet. This new biography explores Dylan the man, and his poetry.

This is a captivating collection of traditional and modern stories, including the submerged city of Cantre'r Gwaelod, or the 'Welsh Atlantis', how the Devil came to build a bridge over the Rheidol, the elephant that died in Tregaron, and how the Holy Grail came to Nanteos.

The No-Nonsense Guide to Global Media is a concise and balanced guide to the past, present and future of the media. It tackles complex issues in an accessible and easy-to-read style with black and white maps, charts and graphs to illustrate key points.

Focusing on the critical issue of patient safety, this book explores the parallels between medical errors and those in high-risk industries like aviation and nuclear sectors. It emphasizes the importance of integrating safety principles into surgical and medical practices. By highlighting effective training strategies for healthcare professionals and managers, it aims to enhance understanding and implementation of safety measures, ultimately improving patient outcomes and reducing errors in healthcare settings.