This book explores the life and work of Robert Burns within the framework of the Scottish Enlightenment. The author analyzes Burns's verse and songs in terms of philosophical, social, and literary currents of the time, shedding new light on the poet's role as a major Enlightenment figure. Themes explored include the rise of vernacular expression and the celebration of common life in the context of Romanticism, the interplay between local and universal themes, the search for individual and national identity, and the role of art in shaping historical change. This book provides valuable insights into the work of Robert Burns and his lasting contribution to Scottish and world literature.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the life and work of Robert Burns within the framework of the Scottish Enlightenment. The author analyzes Burns's verse and songs in terms of philosophical, social, and literary currents of the time, shedding new light on the poet's role as a major Enlightenment figure. Themes explored include the rise of vernacular expression and the celebration of common life in the context of Romanticism, the interplay between local and universal themes, the search for individual and national identity, and the role of art in shaping historical change. This book provides valuable insights into the work of Robert Burns and his lasting contribution to Scottish and world literature. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333247317_0
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