pp viii317 paperback edition 1986
ISBN 0-7083-0942-9
This volume deals with the political, social, economic and spiritual aspects of monasticism in south Wales between the Norman conquest of England and the Black Death, a period of growth, maturity and change.
` . . . a most impressive book. He writes with clarity...his book must be warmly welcomed . . . ' (Welsh History Review)
` . . . Dr Cowley has written a pleasing and authoritative study. The lucidity of his exposition makes it pleasing and its impeccable scholarship makes it authoritative . . . Dr Cowley has presented us with a full, accurate and fascinating analysis of Welsh monasticism in south Wales during its Golden Age . . . ' (Journal of Ecclesiastical History)
` . . . a splendid book for those interested in medieval monasticism and or the history of Wales. (British Book News)