Gerald of Wales

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Gerald of Wales

History

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Gerald of Wales

Religious Studies

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Theology

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Why Is Gerald of Wales Influential?

According to Wikipedia, Gerald of Wales was a Cambro-Norman priest and historian. As a royal clerk to the king and two archbishops, he travelled widely and wrote extensively. He studied and taught in France and visited Rome several times, meeting the Pope. He was nominated for several bishoprics but turned them down in the hope of becoming Bishop of St Davids, but was unsuccessful despite considerable support. His final post was as Archdeacon of Brecon, from which he retired to academic study for the remainder of his life. Much of his writing survives.

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What Are Gerald of Wales's Academic Contributions?

Gerald of Wales has made the following academic contributions:

• The Journey Through Wales and the Description of Wales