This volume offers Burns's work as it was first encountered by contemporary readers, presenting the texts in the contexts in which they were originally publishe

With a clear and accessible biography of Burns and his work, fifty-two of Burns poems and songs, a comprehensive glossary of Scots words, an index of first line

An invigorating collection of Robert Burns to accompany you through the seasons. From spring's transient, blossoming beauty in 'Afton Water' to a celebration of