Robert Burns

Robert Burns was an 18th-century Scottish poet and lyricist, widely regarded as Scotland's national bard. He is celebrated for his poems and songs written in Scots dialect, which capture rural life, love, and a spirit of egalitarianism. Biografía ↓Más ↓

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29. Song—The Rigs o’ Barley

IT was upon a Lammas night, When corn rigs are bonie, Beneath the moon’s unclouded light, I held awa to Annie; The time flew by, wi’ tentless heed, Till, ’tween the late and early, Wi’ sma’ persuasion she agreed To see me thro’ the barley. Corn rigs, an’ barley rigs, An’ corn rigs are bonie: I’ll ne’er forget that happy night, Amang the rigs wi’ Annie. The sky was blue, the wind was still, The moon was shining clearly; I set her down, wi’ right good will, Amang the rigs o’ barley:

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324. Song—The Charms of Lovely Davies

O HOW shall I, unskilfu’, try The poet’s occupation? The tunefu’ powers, in happy hours, That whisper inspiration; Even they maun dare an effort mair Than aught they ever gave us, Ere they rehearse, in equal verse, The charms o’ lovely Davies. Each eye it cheers when she appears, Like Phoebus in the morning, When past the shower, and every flower The garden is adorning: As the wretch looks o’er Siberia’s shore, When winter-bound the wave is; Sae droops our heart, when we maun part Frae charming, lovely Davies.

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Robert Burns (1759–1796) was an 18th-century Scottish poet and lyricist, celebrated as the national poet of Scotland. His work is written in both Scots and English, capturing the rhythms of rural Scottish life. Burns's poetry often explores themes of love, nature, and social equality, infused with sharp wit and deep empathy. His style is lyrical and accessible, drawing on folk traditions and spoken dialects. Among his most famous pieces are the poem 'Tam o' Shanter' and the enduring New Year's anthem 'Auld Lang Syne'. He also wrote poignant reflections on human condition, such as 'To a Mouse'. Burns's celebration of the common man and national pride influenced the Romantic movement. Despite his short life, his legacy endures through annual Burns Suppers worldwide. His work is noted for its musicality, emotional range, and unpretentious voice. Burns remains a central figure in Scottish literature and a symbol of cultural identity.

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