Jane Williams (Ysgafell)
Jane Williams | |
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Williams c. 1870 | |
| Born | 1 February 1806 Chelsea, London, England |
| Died | 15 March 1885 (aged 79) |
| Burial place | Brompton 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".