On Turning Her up in Her Nest with the Plough, November, 1785 Wee, sleekit, cowrin, tim'rous beastie, O, what a panic's in thy breastie! Thou need na start awa sae hasty, Wi' bickering brattle! I ...

Burns is also known for his famous “To a Mouse” poem. Many will recognize the quote, “The best-laid schemes of mice and men go oft awry.” ...

Poems which focus on human warmth, compassion and life-affirming qualities Tam O’Shanter - though apparently a moral lesson on the dangers of drink, the poem is full of the joys of conviviality ...