Abstract
This book is the first biography in English of Huw T. Edwards (1892 - 1970), a key figure in the Welsh labour movement, who was known in the 1950s as the 'unofficial Prime Minister of Wales'. He was of working-class origin, a Welsh speaker and trade unionist involved in a wide range of activities associated with Welsh culture. He represented Wales to the BBC, chaired the Welsh Tourist Board, and was president of the Welsh Language Society.
Original language | English |
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Publisher | University of Wales Press |
Number of pages | 192 |
ISBN (Print) | 978-0708323281 |
Publication status | Published - 28 Feb 2011 |
Keywords
- Welsh history
- Labour history
- National identities