Burns’s Poetical Works

5b Robert Burns, London Macmillan and Co., 1883, two volumes  Notes Robert Burns (1759–1796), Scotland’s national poet, is celebrated for his lyrical poetry and songs that explore themes of love, nature, patriotism, and social equality. Writing in both Scots and English, Burns captured the spirit of rural Scotland and advocated for human dignity and freedom. His works include iconic poems like “A Red, Red Rose”, “To a Mouse”, and “A Man’s a Man for a’ That”. His first major collection, “Poems, Chiefly in the Scottish Dialect” (1786), brought him fame, while his contributions to the Scots Musical Museum and A Select Collection of Original Scottish Airs preserved traditional Scottish music. Known for his deep emotional resonance and cultural pride, Burns’ legacy endures, celebrated worldwide on Burns Night every January 25 with readings, music, and traditional Scottish suppers. Description Navy blue leather bound set with five raised bands, gilt edges, marbled endpapers, and gilt lettering on the spine. Both volumes have bumping to all corners where the blue leather has rubbed away. Pristine condition.