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A brief overview of the genealogy, career, and death of Owain ap Thomas ap Rhodri (Owain Lawgoch), commenting finally on his role in native Welsh prophetic poetry.
Title: Owain Lawgoch
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A brief overview of the genealogy, career, and death of Owain ap Thomas ap Rhodri (Owain Lawgoch), commenting finally on his role in native Welsh prophetic poetry.
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