Burns: Life, Genius, Achievement

By William Ernest Henley

Book Overview

Burns: Life, Genius, Achievement is a biographical work on the life of the Scottish poet Robert Burns, written by William Ernest Henley. The book provides a comprehensive account of Burns' life, from his humble beginnings as a farmer's son to his rise as one of the most celebrated poets of his time. Henley delves into Burns' personal life, including his relationships with women, his struggles with poverty and illness, and his political views. He also explores Burns' literary achievements, analyzing his most famous works and their impact on Scottish literature and culture. Throughout the book, Henley paints a vivid picture of Burns' world, describing the landscapes, customs, and social conditions of 18th-century Scotland. He also provides insight into the cultural and political climate of the time, highlighting Burns' role in the Scottish Enlightenment and his influence on the Scottish nationalist movement. Overall, Burns: Life, Genius, Achievement is a fascinating and informative biography that offers a rich and nuanced portrait of one of Scotland's most beloved 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: 1163080764
• ISBN13: 9781163080764
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 122 Pages
• Weight: 0.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"