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I am particularly indebted to the staff of the many public libraries who helped with my research, especially in Westport, Machynlleth, Uckfield, Kettering, Ystradgynlais, Crowland, Peterborough, Anstruther, Morecambe, Stockport and Lyme Regis. Dropping in on them unannounced, no question seemed too obtuse, no request too dull for these ever-patient and enthusiastic people. Local libraries are one of our greatest national resources; we let them wither and die at our peril. Thanks too to the staff of the British Library and the National Libraries of Wales and Scotland.

Heartfelt appreciation as well to Helena Nicholls and the crew at Collins, and to my agent Rebecca Winfield for all her sage advice and ability to massage the fragile ego of her clients just when it was needed most. A huge diolch yn fawr to friends and neighbours in Esgairgeiliog, a supremely happy home to me for the last ten years, and in particular to Preds for all his unflappable strength and support. Get the jug on, cariad.

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