num_pages: 333
description: Gerald of Wales was one of the most dynamic and colorful churchmen of the 12th century. His JOURNEY describes a mission to Wales undertaken in 1188 by Baldwin, Archbishop of Canterbury, with Gerald as his companion. THE DESCRIPTION provides a picture of the day-to-day existence of ordinary Welshmen of the time. Both offer a wealth of fascinating first-hand historical detail.
language: English
title: The Journey Through Wales / The Description of Wales
titlecomplete: The Journey Through Wales / The Description of Wales
characters: Gerald of Wales
genres: Religion, 12th Century, Reference, British Literature, Medieval History, Nonfiction, Classics, Medieval, Travel, History
ratings_count: 432
places: Wales
publisher: Penguin Books Limited