Jane Williams (Ysgafell)

Jane Williams
Williams c. 1870
Born(1806-02-01)1 February 1806
Died15 March 1885(1885-03-15) (aged 79)
Burial placeBrompton Cemetery, London, England

Jane Williams (1 February 1806 – 15 March 1885) was a Welsh writer, often known by her bardic name of Ysgafell.

Williams was born in Chelsea, and raised at Neuadd Felen, near Talgarth, Brecknockshire. Her primary interests as a writer included Welsh history, Welsh literature, and Welsh folklore. In 1862, Williams wrote a book about Celtic fables, fairy tales, and legends. In 1869, she wrote a book about the history of Wales, using (in her words) "authentic sources".