
BURNS'S LETTERS. - THE LETTERS OF ROBERT BURNS, - SELECTED AND ARRANGED, - WITH AN INTRODUCTION, - Y J. LOGIE ROBERTSON, M.A.
BURNS'S LETTERS.
GENERAL CORRESPONDENCE. - LETTERS - I.—To ELLISON OR ALISON BEGBIE (?)
THE CLARINDA LETTERS. - NOTE PREFATORY TO THE LETTERS TO CLARINDA
THE THOMSON LETTERS. - PREFATORY NOTE.
Step inside the mind of Scotland’s most celebrated poet through his own words. This carefully chosen selection of his correspondence lets you hear Burns as a witty, restless, and deeply feeling man—writing to friends, lovers, patrons, and fellow writers with the same sparkle that lit his verses. From playful banter to earnest reflections on art, family, and the hardships of everyday life, the letters reveal a portrait that is both grand and surprisingly intimate.
The collection is framed by a concise introduction that sets the historical scene, guiding listeners through the social circles and bustling towns that shaped his world. As the letters unfold, you’ll sense the rhythm of 18th‑century Scotland and catch glimpses of the relationships that inspired his most beloved songs. It’s an invitation to travel back in time and experience the humanity behind the legend, all conveyed in Burns’s unmistakable, heartfelt voice.
Language
en
Duration
~11 hours (664K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Charles Franks, Debra Storr and PG Distributed Proofreaders
Release date
2006-02-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1759–1796
Loved as Scotland’s national poet, this farmer’s son turned everyday speech, folk song, and sharp feeling into lines that still live on the page and in song. His work ranges from warm and comic to politically bold, with favorites like "Auld Lang Syne," "To a Mouse," and "Tam o' Shanter."
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