The Fight for Manod

The Fight for Manod

"The Fight for Manod", a 1979 novel by Raymond Williams.

Plot summary

Matthew Price and Peter Owen both have their roots in the Welsh borders. They have contribute to a decision on the idea of building a new town, Manod, in the depopulated valleys of South Wales. A splendid idea - or is more going on behind the scenes than is admitted?

ee also

* "Border Country" - a novel about Matthew Price's earlier life.
* "Second Generation" - a novel about Peter Owen's earlier life.


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