Carlyle's Essay on Burns

By Thomas Carlyle

Book Overview

Carlyle's Essay on Burns is a literary work by the Scottish writer and philosopher Thomas Carlyle. The book is an analysis of the life and poetry of the Scottish poet Robert Burns, who was a significant figure in the Scottish Enlightenment and Romanticism movements. In this essay, Carlyle examines Burns' life, his personal struggles, and his literary works. He delves into Burns' poetry, analyzing its themes, language, and style. Carlyle also explores Burns' impact on Scottish literature and culture, as well as his influence on later writers such as William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge.The book is written in Carlyle's signature style, which is characterized by its depth, complexity, and rich vocabulary. Carlyle's prose is both analytical and poetic, making the essay a compelling read for those interested in Scottish literature, Romanticism, and literary criticism.Overall, Carlyle's Essay on Burns is a significant work in the canon of Scottish literature and a testament to the enduring legacy of Robert Burns.1902. Scottish-born British historian and essayist who was a leading figure in the Victorian era. Contents: The Mission of the Essay on Burns; List of Select Poems; Outline of the Life of Burns; Outline of the Life of Carlyle; Burns and Carlyle; Essay on Burns; Notes; Carlyle's Summary of the Essay; and Reference Books. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1417915897
• ISBN13: 9781417915897
• Release Date: May 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 116 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"