Burns And His Times

Burns And His Times: As Gathered From His Poems is a book written by the famous Scottish poet Robert Burns in 1897. The book is a collection of Burns' poems that reflect on his life and the times he lived in. It provides readers with a unique insight into the culture, society, and politics of Scotland during the 18th century. The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Burns' life and times. The first section provides an overview of Burns' early life and his upbringing in rural Scotland. The second section explores his experiences as a farmer and his struggles with poverty. The third section delves into Burns' love life and his relationships with women. The fourth section examines his political views and his involvement in the Scottish independence movement. Throughout the book, Burns' poems are used to illustrate his thoughts and feelings about various topics. The poems are accompanied by detailed analysis and commentary that provides context and historical background. The book also includes biographical information about Burns and his contemporaries, as well as illustrations and photographs that help bring his world to life. Overall, Burns And His Times: As Gathered From His Poems is a fascinating exploration of one of Scotland's most beloved poets. It offers readers a unique perspective on the life and times of Robert Burns, as well as a deeper understanding of the social and political issues that shaped his work.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.