Excerpt from A Critique on the Poems of Robert Burns
Though the remarks may be equally acceptable and equally useful to those who are possessed of the other editions. The philosophical critic and the man of taste are again requested to observe, that attempt is here made to instruct 'them.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a critique of the poems composed by the notable Scottish bard, Robert Burns. The author meticulously examines the literary techniques employed by Burns, particularly his gift for vivid language, descriptive imagery, and the articulation of authentic emotion. His works are positioned within the literary traditions of the time, notably exploring the ways in which Burns drew inspiration from both the classical canon and the vernacular voices of his native land. The critique delves into Burns's keen observations of the human condition, his use of allegory and satire, and his exploration of themes such as love, loss, poverty, and the search for meaning in life. Through the analysis of specific poems, including "The Two Dogs," "The Holy Fair," "Halloween," and "The Cotter's Saturday Night," the book illuminates Burns's profound insights into the complexities of human nature and the enduring power of his poetic vision. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330846087_0
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