Life of Robert Burns (Classic Reprint)

Description: Listen closely now, and you will hear of Robert Burns, a man born to the humble life of an 18th century ploughman, but destined to become one of Scotland’s greatest ever poets. This book provides an in-depth look at the iconic life of Burns, taking you on a journey from his rustic upbringing to the heights of literary fame. As you walk with Robert, you will see him at work on his family's farm, reading in quiet contemplation, and encountering the loves and losses that fueled his most famous verses. His love of Scotland and its people, and the fierce independence that defined him, shine through in his work. Thanks to his gift for language and his keen observations of everyday life, Burns painted vivid pictures of the human condition. Many of his poems and songs are written in Scots, the language of his native land, and they capture the region’s distinct cultural voice. Some of his work is playful, but much of it is also suffused with a deep melancholy, mirroring the challenges he faced. This book delves into both sides of Burns' character, exploring his triumphs as well as his despair. Burns’ work continues to be revered and studied today as a timeless reflection of the human experience. If you seek to better understand one of literature’s most celebrated figures, this biography offers a fascinating insight into his remarkable life and work. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.

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