Cartrefi Cymru By: Owen Morgan Edwards (1858-1920)
Cartrefi Cymru by Owen Morgan Edwards is a beautifully written and poignant novel that explores the complexities of family, identity, and belonging. Set in the Welsh countryside, the story follows the lives of several characters as they navigate their relationships with one another and the land they call home. Edwards does a wonderful job of creating rich, detailed characters that are both relatable and compelling. The emotional depth and authenticity of the characters make it easy for readers to become invested in their struggles and triumphs. The dynamics between family members are particularly well-developed, showcasing the intricate web of connections that bind them together. The setting of the novel is vividly portrayed, with lush descriptions of the Welsh landscape that bring the story to life. The sense of place is integral to the overall narrative, serving as both a backdrop and a character in its own right. Overall, Cartrefi Cymru is a captivating and thought-provoking read that delves into themes of heritage, tradition, and the ties that bind us to our past. It is a moving and beautifully written novel that will resonate with readers long after they have finished the last page. First Page: CARTREFI CYMRU GAN OWEN M. EDWARDS. CYNHWYSIAD. I. DOLWAR FECHAN, CARTREF EMYNYDDES. Ymysg bryniau Maldwyn y mae Dolwar Fechan, yn un o'r hafannau bychain gwyrddion sydd rhwng Llanfihangel yng Ngwynfa a dyffryn y Fyrnwy. Gorsaf Llanfyllin yw'r agosaf. Ganwyd Ann Griffiths Ebrill 1776, bu farw yn Awst 1805. II. TY COCH, CARTREF PREGETHWR. Saif yng nghysgod y graig aruthrol goronir gan adfeilion castell Carn Dochan ym Mhenanlliw ramantus, yng nghanol Meirion. Ganwyd Robert Thomas (Ap Vychan) yma, mewn tlodi mawr; a chyn marw, Ebrill 23, 1880, yr oedd wedi dod yn bregethwr enwog ac yn athraw duwinyddol. III. GERDDI BLUOG, CARTREF BARDD. Yng nghanol mynyddoedd Meirionnydd, uwchben dyffryn cul a rhamantus, y mae'r Gerddi Bluog. O Harlech neu Lanbedr yr eir yno. Dyma gartref Edmund Prys, swynwr yn ol cred gwlad, archddiacon Meirionnydd wrth ei swydd, a chyfieithydd melodaidd y Salmau. Ganwyd ef tua 1541, bu farw tua 1621. Nid edwyn neb le ei fedd ym Maentwrog. IV. PANT Y CELYN, CARTREF PER GANIEDYDD. Amaethdy ymysg bryniau Caerfyrddin, yn nyffryn Towi, yw Pant y Celyn. O Lanymddyfri yr eir yno. Ganwyd "per ganiedydd Cymru," gerllaw iddo yn 1717; bu farw yno Ionawr 11, 1791. V. BRYN TYNORIAD, CARTREF GWLADGARWR. Y mae Bryn Tynoriad yn nyffryn yr Wnion, ar ochr y Garneddwen, yn agos i orsaf Drws Nant... Continue reading book >>

Cartrefi Cymru By: Owen Morgan Edwards (1858-1920)

Cartrefi Cymru by Owen Morgan Edwards is a beautifully written and poignant novel that explores the complexities of family, identity, and belonging. Set in the Welsh countryside, the story follows the lives of several characters as they navigate their relationships with one another and the land they call home.

Edwards does a wonderful job of creating rich, detailed characters that are both relatable and compelling. The emotional depth and authenticity of the characters make it easy for readers to become invested in their struggles and triumphs. The dynamics between family members are particularly well-developed, showcasing the intricate web of connections that bind them together.

The setting of the novel is vividly portrayed, with lush descriptions of the Welsh landscape that bring the story to life. The sense of place is integral to the overall narrative, serving as both a backdrop and a character in its own right.

Overall, Cartrefi Cymru is a captivating and thought-provoking read that delves into themes of heritage, tradition, and the ties that bind us to our past. It is a moving and beautifully written novel that will resonate with readers long after they have finished the last page.

First Page:

CARTREFI CYMRU

GAN OWEN M. EDWARDS.

CYNHWYSIAD.

I. DOLWAR FECHAN, CARTREF EMYNYDDES.

Ymysg bryniau Maldwyn y mae Dolwar Fechan, yn un o'r hafannau bychain gwyrddion sydd rhwng Llanfihangel yng Ngwynfa a dyffryn y Fyrnwy. Gorsaf Llanfyllin yw'r agosaf.

Ganwyd Ann Griffiths Ebrill 1776, bu farw yn Awst 1805.

II. TY COCH, CARTREF PREGETHWR.

Saif yng nghysgod y graig aruthrol goronir gan adfeilion castell Carn Dochan ym Mhenanlliw ramantus, yng nghanol Meirion.

Ganwyd Robert Thomas (Ap Vychan) yma, mewn tlodi mawr; a chyn marw, Ebrill 23, 1880, yr oedd wedi dod yn bregethwr enwog ac yn athraw duwinyddol.

III. GERDDI BLUOG, CARTREF BARDD.

Yng nghanol mynyddoedd Meirionnydd, uwchben dyffryn cul a rhamantus, y mae'r Gerddi Bluog. O Harlech neu Lanbedr yr eir yno.

Dyma gartref Edmund Prys, swynwr yn ol cred gwlad, archddiacon Meirionnydd wrth ei swydd, a chyfieithydd melodaidd y Salmau. Ganwyd ef tua 1541, bu farw tua 1621. Nid edwyn neb le ei fedd ym Maentwrog.

IV. PANT Y CELYN, CARTREF PER GANIEDYDD.

Amaethdy ymysg bryniau Caerfyrddin, yn nyffryn Towi, yw Pant y Celyn. O Lanymddyfri yr eir yno.

Ganwyd "per ganiedydd Cymru," gerllaw iddo yn 1717; bu farw yno Ionawr 11, 1791.

V. BRYN TYNORIAD, CARTREF GWLADGARWR.

Y mae Bryn Tynoriad yn nyffryn yr Wnion, ar ochr y Garneddwen, yn agos i orsaf Drws Nant... Continue reading book >>

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