Raymond Williams — Raymond Henry Williams (31 August 1921 ndash; 26 January 1988) was a Welsh academic, novelist and critic. He was an influential figure within the New Left and in wider culture. His writings on politics, culture, the mass media and literature are… … Wikipedia
Dic Penderyn — Richard Lewis, better known as Dic Penderyn (1808 – August 13, 1831), was a Welsh labourer and coal miner who was involved with the Merthyr Rising of June 3, 1831. In the course of the riot he was arrested alongside Lewis Lewis, one of the… … Wikipedia
1949 in literature — The year 1949 in literature involved some significant events and new books.Events*Arthur C. Clarke becomes Assistant Editor of Science Abstracts . *Bertrand Russell receives the Order of Merit. *Jean Paul Sartre completes his Les Chemins de la… … Wikipedia
Gwyn Thomas (novelist) — Gwyn Thomas (July 6 1913 ndash; April 13 1981) was a Welsh writer who has been called the true voice of the English speaking valleys .LifeGwyn Thomas was born in Porth in the Rhondda Valley, the son of a coalminer. He studied Spanish at Oxford… … Wikipedia
1949 in Wales — This article is about the particular significance of the year 1949 to Wales and its people.Incumbents*Prince of Wales vacant *Princess of Wales vacant *Archbishop of Wales John Morgan *Archdruid of the National Eisteddfod of Wales Wil… … Wikipedia
Thomas, Gwyn — ▪ Welsh author born July 6, 1913, Cymmer, Rhondda Cynon Taff, Wales died April 14, 1981, Cardiff Welsh novelist and playwright whose works, many on grim themes, were marked with gusto, much humour, and compassion. Thomas was educated… … Universalium
Jesus — This article is about Jesus of Nazareth. For other uses, see Jesus (disambiguation). Jesus … Wikipedia
Apostasy in Christianity — Judas betrays Jesus with a kiss. Judas Iscariot, one of the Twelve Apostles, became an apostate.[1] Apostasy in Christianity refers to the rejection of Christianity by someone who formerly was a Christian. The term apostasy comes from the Greek… … Wikipedia
biblical literature — Introduction four bodies of written works: the Old Testament writings according to the Hebrew canon; intertestamental works, including the Old Testament Apocrypha; the New Testament writings; and the New Testament Apocrypha. The Old… … Universalium
Confirmation — • Describes its origin from Biblical texts and how it has been handed down through the ages. The rite is briefly described, and the minister, matter, form, recipient, effects, necessity and sponsors are detailed Catholic Encyclopedia. Kevin… … Catholic encyclopedia
