Month: July 2014

Writing Talent from Cardiff University

Posted in Authors, Cardiff University, MA, Poetry, Wales, Welsh Literature, Welsh Poets, Writers, Writing2 Comments

Cardiff University’s MA programme is the oldest of its kind in the UK and one of the most impressive in the country. Designed for both experienced and inexperienced writers, it places great emphasis on helping its students produce work of the finest quality possible. The course is also notable for the high calibre of its…… Continue reading Writing Talent from Cardiff University

In Memory of Nigel Jenkins

Posted in Culture, In Memoriam, Nigel Jenkins, Poetry, Tribute, Wales, Welsh Literature, Welsh Poets, Writing1 Comment

Nigel Jenkins was a much-loved and internationally renowned writer. It is with deep sadness – felt and expressed both by those who knew him personally and those who did not – that 2014 has played witness to his passing. Born in 1949 in Gorseinon, near Swansea, Nigel Jenkins studied Literature and Film at the University…… Continue reading In Memory of Nigel Jenkins

A Short History of Poetry in Wales

Posted in Culture, Dylan Thomas, Edward Thomas, Gillian Clarke, History, Poetry, Song, Wales, Welsh Literature, Welsh Poets, Writing1 Comment

Poetry is the lifeblood of Wales. It always has been. And while poetry in Wales has fluctuated, has had adapt to the many cultural, industrial, and linguistic shifts throughout its history; in these acts of survival it has also thrived. Originally of course, poetry in Wales was written in Welsh. Aneirin and Taliesin are among…… Continue reading A Short History of Poetry in Wales