Celebrating the bold, the brilliant, and the unforgettable women from Wales in a year-long journey of daily surprises.From pirates and smuggler queens to trailblazing politicians and groundbreaking athletes,
Welsh Women on This Dayintroduces 366 intriguing stories that celebrate the remarkable and often surprising contributions of women from Wales and those connected to its rich history. This essential daily reference brings together an eclectic mix of biographies and achievements, spanning all areas of interest, including history, entertainment, sports, politics, racial awareness, LGBTQ+ advocacy, and more. Inspiring and occasionally notorious, these stories reveal the often-overlooked women whose influence has shaped Wales and beyond. A perfect sequel to
Wales on This Day, this collection is an entertaining and informative testament to the power of Welsh women throughout the ages.
Huw Reesand
Sian Kilcoyneare Welsh authors and collaborators.
Welsh Women on This Dayis their second book and the follow-up to their popular debut,
Wales on This Day. They co-run The History of Wales Facebook page.
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"Following on from theirOn this Day in Welsh History: 366 Facts You Probably Didn’t Know(2022), this time the authors offer up 366 snippets of the history of women in Wales, ‘to intrigue and inspire each day of the year’.
While some stories are unavoidably sad or distressing (history hasn’t always been kind to women – something the authors point out in the preface), it is heartening to see the many contributions of women throughout the ages, from the Age of Saints to the present day, fill the pages.
We meet pioneers and champions, from musicians to politicians, sporting greats, educators, campaigners and many more.
We also witness some of Wales’ historic events and milestones through the eyes of women, a perspective that has lƒZ
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