Thomas Carlyle's Essay On Robert Burns (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781430454144)

Thomas Carlyle's Essay On Robert Burns is a literary work that explores the life and works of the famous Scottish poet, Robert Burns. The book is written by Thomas Carlyle, a renowned Scottish philosopher, historian, and essayist, who was a great admirer of Burns' poetry.The essay begins with an introduction to Burns' life, including his humble beginnings as a farmer's son, his struggles with poverty, and his eventual rise to fame as a poet. Carlyle then delves into an analysis of Burns' poetry, exploring the themes and motifs that are present in his work, such as love, nature, and the struggles of the common man.Throughout the essay, Carlyle provides his own insights and interpretations of Burns' poetry, drawing on his own knowledge of Scottish history and literature. He also discusses the impact that Burns had on Scottish culture and society, and how his work helped to shape the national identity of Scotland.Overall, Thomas Carlyle's Essay On Robert Burns is a fascinating exploration of the life and work of one of Scotland's most beloved poets, written by a fellow Scottish intellectual who was deeply influenced by Burns' 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.

Author: Thomas Carlyle
ISBN-10: 1430454148
ISBN-13: 9781430454144
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 01/17/2007
Pages: 120
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.41lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.28d