A Lay For My Country (1733)

A Lay For My Country is a poem written by Joseph Jones in 1733. The poem is an ode to the beauty and majesty of the Welsh countryside, and the rich history and culture of Wales. It is written in the form of a lay, a type of medieval poem that was often sung or recited by traveling minstrels.The poem is divided into four parts, each of which celebrates a different aspect of Welsh life. The first part focuses on the natural beauty of Wales, with Jones describing the rugged mountains, rolling hills, and sparkling rivers that make up the Welsh landscape. The second part celebrates the history of Wales, with Jones recounting the heroic deeds of Welsh warriors and the struggles of the Welsh people against English domination.The third part of the poem is a tribute to the Welsh language and culture, with Jones extolling the virtues of the Welsh language and the importance of preserving Welsh traditions. The final part of the poem is a call to arms, with Jones urging the Welsh people to stand up for their rights and fight for their independence.Overall, A Lay For My Country is a stirring tribute to the beauty, history, and culture of Wales, and a call to action for the Welsh people to stand up for their rights and fight for their freedom.In Three Books.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.