Robert Williams (Trebor Mai)
Welsh poet and author of 'Cynddylan on a Tractor'
Born
1830
195 years ago
Died
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Wales
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A seminal figure in Welsh literature, contributed significantly to both poetry and the Welsh language. Published multiple volumes of poetry, including 'Cynddylan on a Tractor,' which explored rural life and the complexities of modernity. Engaged in the cultural and literary movements in Wales during the 19th century and advocated for the preservation and promotion of the Welsh language. Worked as a poet and writer throughout his life, crafting works that reflected the spirit of Welsh heritage and identity. His influence remains evident in subsequent generations of poets and writers.
Published 'Cynddylan on a Tractor'
Contributed to the preservation of the Welsh language
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