Illustrated Tales of Wales

Illustrated Tales of Wales gathers myths, legends and folk stories linked to the country’s landscapes, traditions and cultural memory. Mark Rees includes medieval tales from the Mabinogion, Arthurian mythology, stories of giants and dragons, and accounts involving fairy folk, mermaids, water horses and restless spirits.

The collection also considers distinctive customs and beliefs, including the Mari Lwyd, whose horse-skull figure visits homes during the winter season. Alongside heroic animals, strange superstitions and devious devils, the book points to real Welsh locations associated with Arthur, Merlin and other legendary figures. Its illustrated presentation moves between the whimsical, the eerie and the macabre, offering a folklore-focused portrait of Wales through stories rooted in place.