These people being of a sharp and acute intellect, and gifted with a rich and powerful understanding, excel in whatever studies they pursue, and are more quick and cunning than the other inhabitants of a western clime. — Giraldus Cambrensis Copy Share Image
From these inconsiderable attempts, some idea may be formed with what success, should Fortune afford an opportunity, I am likely to treat matters of… — Giraldus Cambrensis Copy Share Image
It is remarkable that this people, though unarmed, dares attack an armed foe; the infantry defy the cavalry, and by their activity and courage… — Giraldus Cambrensis Copy Share Image
Happy and fortunate indeed would this nation be, nay, completely blessed, if it had good prelates and pastors, and but one prince, and that… — Giraldus Cambrensis Copy Share Image
These people being of a sharp and acute intellect, and gifted with a rich and powerful understanding, excel in whatever studies they pursue, and… — Giraldus Cambrensis Copy Share Image
The men and women cut their hair close round to the ears and eyes. The women, after the manner of the Parthians, cover their… — Giraldus Cambrensis Copy Share Image
Not addicted to gluttony or drunkenness, this people who incur no expense in food or dress, and whose minds are always bent upon the… — Giraldus Cambrensis Copy Share Image
