Matthews Rupert. Wales: A Very Peculiar History

Brighton, U.K.: Book House, 2012.
— (A Very Peculiar History Series).
— 192 p., 1 map.From Roman invasion to tall tales of Merlin and King Arthur, and right up to the power of the mining industry, "Wales - A Very Peculiar History" takes a sideways look at some of the more peculiar aspects of the home of welsh rarebit, Maelgwn the Dragon, and Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch. Featuring the full gamut of Welsh providence from the coal-mining years to its rebirth in the 1970s, this book tells a tale of ups and downs, of hills and valleys, and of hope and triumph against the odds, with a few leeks thrown in for good measure.Fact boxes, a full glossary and index make the book both fun and informative to use.Rupert Matthews is an established author of history books, newspaper columns and articles. He has written over 150 published books for adults and for children.