9781333709877 - The Welsh of Columbus, Ohio (Classic Reprint): A Study in Adaptation and Assimilation: A Study in Adaptation and Assimilation (Classic Reprint) di Williams, Daniel ... (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book tells the story of Welsh migration to America, focusing on the specific experience of Welsh settlers in Ohio during the 18th and 19th centuries. The author meticulously traces the roots of this migration, highlighting the social, economic, and religious conditions that propelled Welsh people to seek a new life across the Atlantic. The book delves into the historical context of the Norman-English conquest of Wales, the gradual assimilation of Welsh and English law, and the profound impact of the religious awakening of the 18th century on Welsh society. The narrative then focuses on the establishment of several Welsh settlements in Ohio, including Paddys Run, the Welsh Hills, Jackson and Gallia, Gomer, and Venedocia. Through vivid descriptions, the author paints a picture of pioneer life, exploring themes of community building, religious observance, and the preservation of Welsh language and traditions in the face of assimilation. The book examines the integral role of the church in these communities, offering a unique glimpse into the social, economic, and religious structures that shaped the lives of the Welsh settlers. Ultimately, this book sheds light on the complex process of assimilation experienced by Welsh immigrants in Ohio, revealing the enduring strength of cultural identity and the enduring power of the Welsh spirit in a new land. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.