Literature in Wales has a long and impressive history. Though many works have been lost over the ages and many authors are now long forgotten, what remains is still a hugely diverse and rich collection.
Browse the section to discover some of Wales' earliest poets, learn about poetry through the ages, find out more about the myth-filled Mabinogion and legends of Arthur and Merlin in Welsh literature.
Introduction to early Welsh literature
An introduction into the rich history of early Welsh literature.
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