Burns And His Times: As Gathered From His Poems (1897)

By Robert Burns and John Oswald Mitchell

Book Overview

Burns And His Times: As Gathered From His Poems is a book written by Robert Burns, a Scottish poet, and published in 1897. The book is a collection of Burns' poems that reflect the social, political, and cultural context of his time. It provides a vivid portrayal of the life and times of Burns, who lived during the late 18th century. The book is divided into different sections, each focusing on a particular aspect of Burns' life, such as his love affairs, political views, and social commentary. The poems are accompanied by detailed annotations and explanations that provide insights into the historical background and cultural significance of Burns' work. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Scottish literature, history, and culture, and provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and times of one of Scotland's most celebrated poets.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: 1436794560
• ISBN13: 9781436794565
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 152 Pages
• Weight: 0.47 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"