Robert Burns Statue
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to George Square, where we stand before the statue of Robert Burns, Scotland’s National Poet and the 'Ploughman Bard' of the common man. Born on January 25, 1759, in the village of Alloway, Burns rose from humble…
Listen in the app2The Statue’s Pose — The Ploughman Poet
Observe the statue of Burns, sculpted by George Edwin Ewing. He is depicted in a thoughtful, standing pose, looking down as if contemplating a line of poetry or a simple flower. …
Listen in the app3Tam o' Shanter — The Master of the Supernatural
One cannot discuss Robert Burns without mentioning 'Tam o' Shanter,' his narrative masterpiece of the supernatural. The poem tells the story of Tam, who, after a night of heavy drinking at the tavern, stumbles upon a witches'…
Listen in the app4Auld Lang Syne — A Global Anthem of Friendship
Perhaps the most enduring sensory contribution of Robert Burns to the world is the song 'Auld Lang Syne.' Collected and adapted by Burns from traditional sources, the lyrics speak to the universal human experience of looking back…
Listen in the app5The Burns Cottage and Early Life in Alloway
To truly understand the figure before us, we must travel back to the Robert Burns Cottage in Alloway. This modest structure was built by Burns' father, William, in 1757 out of mud and clay. …
Listen in the app6The Mausoleum and the Muse Coila
The final chapter of Burns’ life took place in Dumfries, where he is buried in a magnificent mausoleum in St Michael's Churchyard. Originally buried in a discreet corner in 1796, his body was moved in 1815 to this more fitting…
Listen in the app7The Universal Legacy — Liberty and Freedom
Finally, we must consider the political and social legacy of Robert Burns. He lived during a time of great upheaval—the American and French Revolutions were shaking the foundations of the old world. …
Listen in the app8Closing
Our journey through the life and legacy of Robert Burns concludes here in George Square. We have seen the 'Ploughman Poet' as a man of profound empathy, sharp wit, and revolutionary spirit. …
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What is Robert Burns Statue?
Robert Burns Statue is a place with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Type | Heritage |
|---|---|
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 55.8601, -4.2526 |
| Last updated |
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