Robert Burns

Poems and Songs of Robert Burns (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

Tune—"I am a man unmarried."
     [Footnote 1: The first of my performances.—R. B.]

     Once I lov'd a bonie lass,
     Ay, and I love her still;
     And whilst that virtue warms my breast,
     I'll love my handsome Nell.

     As bonie lasses I hae seen,
     And mony full as braw;
     But, for a modest gracefu' mein,
     The like I never saw.

     A bonie lass, I will confess,
     Is pleasant to the e'e;
     But, without some better qualities,
     She's no a lass for me.

     But Nelly's looks are blythe and sweet,
     And what is best of a',
     Her reputation is complete,
     And fair without a flaw.

     She dresses aye sae clean and neat,
     Both decent and genteel;
     And then there's something in her gait
     Gars ony dress look weel.

     A gaudy dress and gentle air
     May slightly touch the heart;
     But it's innocence and modesty
     That polishes the dart.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: CAIMAN
• Erscheinungstermin: 2. Juli 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9789881830340
• Artikelnr.: 59041338

Autorenporträt

Robert Burns (1759-1796) was a Scottish poet and lyricist, widely regarded as the national poet of Scotland. He was born into a farming family in Alloway, Ayrshire, Scotland. Despite his humble background, Burns was well-educated and began writing poetry at an early age. His first collection, "Poems, Chiefly in the Scottish Dialect," was published in 1786 and was an immediate success. Burns is best known for his poems and songs that celebrate Scottish culture and identity, such as "Auld Lang Syne," "Tam o' Shanter," and "To a Mouse." His work often dealt with themes of love, nature, politics, and social justice. Throughout his life, Burns struggled with poverty and financial difficulties. He worked as a farmer and exciseman (tax collector) to support his family. He died at the age of 37 due to heart disease. Despite his short life, Burns had a significant impact on Scottish literature and culture. His work has been translated into many languages and continues to be celebrated around the world. Burns Night, held annually on January 25th, is a traditional Scottish holiday that honors his life and work.