Burns In Dumfriesshire: A Sketch Of The Last Eight Years Of The Poet's Life (1870)

By William M'Dowall and William McDowall

Book Overview

Burns In Dumfriesshire: A Sketch Of The Last Eight Years Of The Poet�������s Life is a book written by William McDowall and published in 1870. The book provides a detailed account of the last eight years of the life of the Scottish poet Robert Burns, who lived and worked in the Dumfriesshire region of Scotland. McDowall's work is considered an important historical document for its insights into the life and times of Burns, as well as its detailed descriptions of the places he visited and the people he met during his time in Dumfriesshire. The book covers a wide range of topics, including Burns' relationships with his family and friends, his struggles with poverty and ill health, and his literary achievements. McDowall's writing is engaging and informative, and he draws on a wealth of primary sources to provide a vivid and compelling portrait of one of Scotland's most celebrated poets. Overall, Burns In Dumfriesshire is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and work of Robert Burns, as well as for those interested in the history and culture of Scotland.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: 1436794587
• ISBN13: 9781436794589
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 80 Pages
• Weight: 0.26 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"