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Gwreans an Bys
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ISBN13: 9781023858700
Publisher: Hutson Street Press
Published: May 22 2025
Pages: 218
Weight: 0.69
Height: 0.46 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: Cornish
Gwreans an Bys, meaning The Creation of the World, is a Middle Cornish verse drama based on the biblical story of Genesis. Dating back to the early 17th century, this play, along with The Passion and The Resurrection, forms the Ordinalia, a cornerstone of Cornish literature. This edition, edited by Whitley Stokes and William Jordan, presents the Cornish text alongside an English translation, offering valuable insights into the Cornish language and its rich dramatic tradition.
This enduring work showcases the vibrancy of early modern Cornish culture and provides a unique perspective on biblical narratives through the lens of a distinct linguistic and cultural heritage. Gwreans an Bys remains a significant work for scholars of Cornish, biblical drama, and European literature alike.
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