![]() ![]() But perhaps the key to his popularity lies in his unmistakeable pride in all things Scottish, standing out in his poetry like a Highland cow on the Royal Mile! In a life sadly cut short through illness at just 37, Burns composed an enormous volume of work that endures and inspires to this day.īoth prolific and talented as a writer, Burns was able to use contrasting themes of passion, romance, humour, and tradition and weave them together in ways that appealed to the emotions and senses of all kinds of audiences. Just as well then that January 25 th is an important date in our calendar – tonight we celebrate Burns Night!īurns Night celebrates the life of Robert Burns, arguably the most iconic figure of Scottish poetry and literature, who was born on this day in 1759. ![]() ![]() Though it’s only been a month since Christmas, January can sometimes feel like it goes on an eternity (this year more than most!). ![]()
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