Burns: A Biography of Robert Burns

by James A. MacKay

Book Overview

A biography of Robert Burns, arguably one of the world's greatest poets. This work places him and his poetry in the context of the period in which he lived. In many respects Burns remains an enigma to... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0747242348
• ISBN13: 9780747242345
• Release Date: January 1993
• Publisher: Headline Book Publishing
• Length: 752 Pages
• Weight: 1.10 lbs.

Customer Reviews

Most indepth research of any Burnsian scholar!

R.B.: A Biography of Robert Burns by James MacKay Dr. Mackay, associated with the Burns Federation and editor of the Burns Chronicles did an extraordinary, in-depth research of Robert Burns's life from his birth to his eternal memory after death. It is the "bible" for anyone who needs first hand facts about not only Robert Burns but also those who shared any portion of his life. For any shelf that contains Mr. Burns's poetry and songs, it is a sure guide to help understand the man himself. Cheers! Janet "the Other Scot"