Robert Burns: A superb collection from Scotland’s finest lyrical poet

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Robert Burns

A superb collection from Scotland’s finest lyrical poet

Robert Burns

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Weidenfeld & Nicolson
29 December 2022

Series: The Great Poets

'Oh would some power the gift give us, to see ourselves as others see us!' Robert Burns

Robert Burns, poet and lyricist, also known as Rabbie Burns, is widely regarded as the National Poet of Scotland - and much of his work has become part of everyday modern language:

'The best laid schemes o' mice and men...'

'To see her is to love her...'

Often credited with writing the lyrics for Auld Lang Syne, he almost single-handedly inspired the movement that preserved Scottish music and lyrics which had been handed down the generations vocally for centuries, thereby maintaining Scots culture and language.

A cultural icon and pioneer of the Romantic movement, Burns was chosen as the greatest Scot in a 2009 poll.

This collection includes some of his best-loved, most beautiful work.

'Now's the day, now's the hour' Robert Burns

By: Robert Burns
Imprint: Weidenfeld & Nicolson
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 126mm, Width: 192mm, Spine: 18mm
Weight: 300g
ISBN: 9781474625692
ISBN 10: 147462569X
Series: The Great Poets
Pages: 128
Publication Date: 29 December 2022
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Robert Burns (1759-1796) was chosen as the greatest Scot in a 2009 TV vote. He is widely regarded as the national poet of Scotland, and credited with writing the words for Auld Lang Syne. In fact, he was responsible for collecting many songs and lyrics handed down through the centuries, thus preserving Scottish language and culture. He continues to be a cultural icon and inspiration to artists in all creative fields.