Lay For My Country (1733)

A Lay For My Country is a poem written by Joseph Jones and published in 1733. The poem is a tribute to the author's native Wales and its people, culture, and history. It is written in the form of a lay, a type of narrative poem that was popular in medieval times. The poem is divided into several parts, each describing a different aspect of Wales. The first part is an introduction in which the author explains his reasons for writing the poem and his love for his country. The second part describes the natural beauty of Wales, including its mountains, rivers, and forests. The third part focuses on the people of Wales, their customs, and their history. Jones celebrates the bravery of Welsh warriors and the wisdom of Welsh leaders, such as King Arthur. He also describes the struggles of the Welsh people against the English invaders and their eventual subjugation. The fourth part of the poem is a lament for the decline of Welsh culture and language. Jones laments the loss of Welsh traditions and the increasing influence of English culture. He urges his fellow Welshmen to preserve their heritage and resist assimilation. Overall, A Lay For My Country is a passionate and patriotic tribute to Wales and its people. It is a celebration of Welsh culture and history and a call to preserve it for future generations.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.