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Jean Napier, a well-published photographer, has visited Bardsey (Ynys Enlli) many times over the past 20 years. Her images portrays the island and her people.

Bardsey, Ynys Enlli, takes us to other worlds, other times. It was a medieval pilgrims' destination; it was a haven for Welsh pirates; it supported a population of two hundred fisher-farming families at the turn of the 20th century. Over the past twelve years, Jean Napier has visited and stayed on the island regularly. Her evocative photography reflects her time there. Historical texts by past islanders adds a century and a half of memories to this book. It gives a fascinating insight to the folk life which has helped to sculpture the beauty caught on camera today.

Jean Napier MA ARPS Born in East London, Jean Napier has lived in the Snowdonia National Park since 1991 and the magnificent scenery is the main inspiration for her photography. Man s influences on the landscape of Wales are a recurring theme in her exhibitions and photography books and her first book Rhosydd A Personal View Golwg Bersonol (bilingual Welsh/English) depicts the remains of an old slate quarry in northern Wales with historical text. More information and a gallery available on: www.jean-napier.com