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John Rhys

    June 21, 1840 – December 17, 1915

    Sir John Rhys was a distinguished Welsh scholar and a preeminent authority on Celtic languages. His reputation was cemented through influential lectures, later published as Lectures on Welsh Philology, which led to his appointment as the inaugural Professor of Celtic at Oxford University. Rhys's dedicated scholarship significantly advanced the understanding and study of Celtic philology.

    The Englyn. The Origin of the Welsh Englyn and Kindred Metres
    Studies in the Arthurian Legend
    Manx Folklore - Tales of the Isle of Man (Folklore History Series)
    The Flying Shadow
    England Is My Village
    Celtic Folklore
    • 2022
    • 2022
    • 2022
    • 2022
    • 2022

      This new edition of England is My Village, and The World Owes Me A Living by John Llewelyn Rhys (1911-1940) is a stunning rediscovery of this brilliant writer. 'Had he lived,' an obituary noted, 'he might have become the Kipling of the RAF.'

      England Is My Village
    • 2022

      Robert Owen is the only son from a Welsh vicarage, now a brilliant pilot and flying instructor, recently of the Royal Air Force. He has taken a new job at the flying school at Best, a prosperous cathedral town in England. Robert's skills as a pilot and in diplomacy with pupils with delusions about their competence are tested to their limits.

      The Flying Shadow
    • 2019

      The book is recognized for its significant contribution to literature, valued by scholars and academicians alike. It serves as an essential resource for future generations, presented in its original form to maintain its authenticity. Any marks present are intentionally preserved to reflect its true nature, emphasizing the importance of historical context in literary studies.

      The Celtic inscriptions of Gaul, additions and corrections
    • 2019

      Celtic folklore

      Welsh and Manx (Volume I)

      • 450 pages
      • 16 hours of reading

      Recognized for its significant contribution to literature, this book serves as an essential resource for future generations. It has been reproduced in its original print format, preserving any marks or annotations from its first publication to maintain its authenticity. This deliberate choice ensures that the book's historical context and scholarly value are retained for ongoing study and appreciation.

      Celtic folklore