Since the early 1970s Dafydd Elis Thomas has been an important and colourful figure in Welsh politics. He is an often controversial figure with a compelling intellectual grasp of political events and history and one who has moved from left-wing ideologue to peer in the House of Lords and presiding officer of the National Assembly. This biography offers a measured assessment of Thomas's political strengths and weaknesses, exploring both his achievements and impact and his political shortcomings. It is also grounded firmly in the subject's personal and political context, taking due account of the role and influence of other politicians and individuals in Plaid Cymru, the Labour Party and beyond. It examines the relationships between some of these figures and shows how they have differed from Thomas in their views, priorities and impact. The private person is considered alongside the public figure, and both supporters and opponents of Thomas are interviewed as is Thomas himself. This text is more than a straightforward political biography as it also sheds light on Wales and Welsh politics since the early 1960s.
- ISBN13 9780708318300
- Publish Date 1 September 2008
- Publish Status Cancelled
- Out of Print 16 March 2010
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint University of Wales Press
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 224
- Language English