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12 quotes by Giraldus Cambrensis

Gerald of Wales (Latin: Giraldus Cambrensis; Welsh: Gerallt Gymro; c. 1146 – c. 1223) was archdeacon of Brecon and chronicler of his times. Born c. 1146 at Manorbier Castle in Pembrokeshire, Wales, he was of mixed Norman and Welsh descent; he is also known as Gerald de Barri.
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It is remarkable that this people, though unarmed, dares attack an armed foe; the infantry defy the cavalry, and by their activity and courage... →

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Since, therefore, no man is born without faults, and he is esteemed the best whose errors are the least, let the wise man consider everything human... →

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No one of this nation ever begs, for the houses of all are common to all; and they consider liberality and hospitality amongst the first virtues.

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Not addicted to gluttony or drunkenness, this people who incur no expense in food or dress, and whose minds are always bent upon the defence of their... →

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Evil borders upon good, and vices are confounded with virtues; as the report of good qualities is delightful to a well-disposed mind, so the relation... →

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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... →

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Nor do I think that any other nation than this of Wales, nor any other language, whatever may hereafter come to pass, shall on the day of severe... →

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Wales was in ancient times divided into three parts nearly equal, consideration having been paid, in this division, more to the value than to the... →

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From these inconsiderable attempts, some idea may be formed with what success, should Fortune afford an opportunity, I am likely to treat matters of... →

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Happy and fortunate indeed would this nation be, nay, completely blessed, if it had good prelates and pastors, and but one prince, and that prince a... →

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Nature hath given not only to the highest, but also to the inferior, classes of the people of this nation, a boldness and confidence in speaking and... →

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The men and women cut their hair close round to the ears and eyes. The women, after the manner of the Parthians, cover their heads with a large white... →

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