Life and Times of Bishop William Morgan: The Translator of the Bible Into the Welsh Language (1891)

The book ""Life and Times of Bishop William Morgan: The Translator of the Bible into the Welsh Language"" by William Hughes was published in 1891. It is a comprehensive account of the life and achievements of Bishop William Morgan, who is known for translating the Bible into the Welsh language. The book covers his early life, education, and career as a clergyman, as well as his efforts to translate the Bible into Welsh, which was a significant undertaking at the time.The author provides a detailed account of the political and religious climate in Wales during the 16th century, which was a time of great upheaval and change. He also explores the challenges that Morgan faced in translating the Bible, including the lack of a standardized Welsh language and the resistance of some clergy to the idea of a Welsh translation.The book includes many primary sources, such as letters and documents written by Morgan himself, as well as accounts from his contemporaries. It also includes illustrations and maps to help readers better understand the historical context of Morgan's life and work.Overall, ""Life and Times of Bishop William Morgan"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Welsh history, linguistics, or religious studies. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of a remarkable man who made a significant contribution to the cultural and religious heritage of Wales.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.