This classic work of literary criticism provides a fascinating look at the life and works of the Scottish poet Robert Burns. Wilson's analysis is both insightful and entertaining, and his book remains a must-read for anyone interested in Burns's legacy. With its numerous quotations from Burns's poetry and songs, this book is also a great introduction to the work of one of Scotland's most beloved poets. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.