Ye Cannae Shove Yer Granny Off a Bus

Ye Cannae Shove Yer Granny Off a Bus
Author:
Publisher: Kelpies
Total Pages: 12
Release: 2018-02-22
Genre: Board books
ISBN: 9781782504788

A brilliantly cheeky re-imagining of the classic Scottish rhyme, slide and lift.

A Red, Red Rose. the Love Poems of Robert Burns in Original Scots and Modern English

A Red, Red Rose. the Love Poems of Robert Burns in Original Scots and Modern English
Author: Derek Scott
Publisher: Lulu.com
Total Pages: 194
Release: 2009-03-02
Genre: Poetry
ISBN: 1409265005

18th century Scots poet Robert Burns wrote many of the most poignant and beautiful love poems of the period, primarily in the Scots language.In A Red, Red, Rose Derek Scott has translated eighty of the love poems and songs of Burns from the original Scots language into modern day English, making the works more accessible to a modern day reader.The works are printed both in the original Scots and modern English on adjacent pages to allow the reader to compare the versions easily.Included are many of Burns' most famous works: A Red, Red Rose; Ae Fond Kiss; and John Anderson, my Jo; as well as many less well known works.

The Nightingale and the Rose

The Nightingale and the Rose
Author: Oscar Wilde
Publisher:
Total Pages: 32
Release: 1981
Genre:
ISBN: 9780718212599

THIS 9 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Best Known Works of Oscar Wilde, by Oscar Wilde. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 076613010X.

Burns for Every Day of the Year

Burns for Every Day of the Year
Author: Pauline Mackay
Publisher: Black & White Publishing Ltd
Total Pages: 718
Release: 2021-01-14
Genre: Poetry
ISBN: 1785303430

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 everlasting love in summer's 'O My Luve's Like a Red, Red Rose'; from Tam o' Shanter's rowdy supernatural adventures in autumn to the simple conviviality of the 'Selkirk Grace' at wintry festivities . . . Robert Burns's words, both famous and lesser-known, mingle here in tribute to his unique literary output. With Burns for Every Day of the Year, Scotland's national bard will earn the place in your heart - and on your bedside table - that he so richly deserves. Join Robert Burns on a wide-ranging journey of poetry, prose and song through every day of the year . . . take 366 daily dips into Burns to inspire, invigorate and amuse. Across the world, as midnight strikes on New Year's Eve, Burns's beloved song 'Auld Lang Syne' is sung in a spirit of friendship and togetherness. But his exuberant wit, insight and generous-hearted humanity can be celebrated every day. This stunning collection - perfect for Burns aficionados and Burns beginners alike - reminds us of old favourites and introduces new treasures. Thoughtfully curated by Dr Pauline Mackay of the University of Glasgow, it offers 366 glimpses into the genius of this remarkable bard, creating a panoramic view of his colourful life and multifaceted literary legacy.