Sian: apparently your reaction to Rhys Bowen is the same as my reaction to the typical British author's attempts to portray Americans and their speech.

I don't remember a story about an opera singer. Are you sure it's the same author?

Nonetheless, the talk will be an opportunity to show pictures of Wales, to teach a few Welsh words, and to do something different. I'll print out your thread so that they get to hear your point of view.

Bron: Thanks for the information on names. I'll also see if I can get some pics of Blaenau Ffestiniog.