"These people being of a sharp and acute……" — Giraldus Cambrensis
"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."
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Giraldus Cambrensis
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6 Quotes by Giraldus Cambrensis
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From these inconsiderable attempts, some idea may be formed with what success, should Fortune afford an opportunity, I am likely…
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Happy and fortunate indeed would this nation be, nay, completely blessed, if it had good prelates and pastors, and but…
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It is remarkable that this people, though unarmed, dares attack an armed foe; the infantry defy the cavalry, and by…
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Not addicted to gluttony or drunkenness, this people who incur no expense in food or dress, and whose minds are…
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The men and women cut their hair close round to the ears and eyes. The women, after the manner of…
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