Collection: Robert Burns Books
Celebrate the rich heritage of Scotland with our collection of antique & vintage books, and literary classics by Robert Burns, Scotland’s national poet. Known for his heartfelt and lyrical poetry, Burns’s works such as Auld Lang Syne, Tam o’ Shanter, and To a Mouse continue to resonate with readers worldwide. His poetry captures the spirit, struggles, and beauty of Scottish life, making his books treasured classics for poetry lovers and collectors alike.
“The best laid schemes o’ mice an’ men / Gang aft agley.”
- Robert Burns, To a Mouse
About Robert Burns
Robert Burns (1759–1796), also commonly known as Rabbie Burns, is celebrated as one of Scotland’s greatest poets and a pioneer of the Romantic movement. His works explore themes of love, nature, and social commentary, written in both Scots and English. Burns’ influence on Scottish culture and literature is profound, and his poetry remains a source of national pride and inspiration.
Robert Burns Books in Our Collection
Our collection features a variety of antique books, vintage editions, and collectable volumes by Robert Burns. Whether you’re revisiting his timeless poems or exploring rare editions, these books offer a treasured glimpse into the legacy of Scotland’s bard.
Browse Our Robert Burns Books
Whether you’re a lifelong admirer of Robert Burns or new to his poetry, our selection of vintage books, old books, and collectable editions offers something for every reader and collector. You might also enjoy exploring our collections of Scottish Books or other classic poets included in our Poetry Books & Plays collection.
All of our Robert Burns books are carefully described and sourced, so you can buy with confidence from J.W.B Books. Whether you’re building your collection, searching for a thoughtful gift, or simply love classic poetry, you’ll find something special in our selection.
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Auld Lang Syne by Robert Burns, Illustrated by George Harvey, 1859
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The Songs Of Burns With Symphonies And Accompaniments By John Kenyon Lees
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Brithers A' A Minute A Day With Burns Poet, Lover and Prophet of Britherhood By Peter Esslemont 1933
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The Russet Coat A Critical Study of Burns' Poetry And of Its Background By Christina Keith 1956 1st Edition
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The Poetical Works Of Robert Burns With Glossary, Notes, Memoir etc
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The Poetry of Robert Burns Volumes 1-4 1901
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Robert Burns The Merry Muses of Caledonia Edited By James Barke and Sydney Goodsir Smith 1965
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"The Chandos Classics" The Poetical Works of Robert Burns
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William Maxwell To Robert Burns By Robert Donald Thornton 1979
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William Maxwell To Robert Burns By Robert Donald Thornton 1979
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The Complete Works of Robert Burns Including His Correspondence 1882
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Carlyle on Burns By John Muir 1898
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The Burns We Love By Robert Campbell Maccombie 1929
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Robert Burns and the 18th-Century Revival In Scottish Vernacular Poetry By L. M. Angus-Butterworth 1969
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Robert Burns The Tinder Heart By Hugh Douglas 1998
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A New Life and Vindication of Robert Burns By James Mackenzie 1924
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The Kilmarnock Edition of the Poetical Works of Robert Burns 1938
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The Real Robert Burns By J. L. Hughes 1922
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The Merry Muses of Caledonia By Robert Burns Edited By James Barke and Sydney Goodsir Smith 1982
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The Poetry of Robert Burns Centenary Edition Edited By W. E. Henley and T. F. Henderson With Numerous Illustrations In 4 Volumes
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A Night out with Robert Burns, The Greatest Poems, Andrew O'Hagan, 2008
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The Works of Robert Burns with a Series of Authentic Pictorial Illustration, Five Volume Set, Edited by Charles Annandale
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The Wind That Shakes The Barley by James Barke, A Novel of the Life & Loves of Robert Burns, Vintage Book
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The Wind That Shakes The Barley by James Barke, A Novel of the Life & Loves of Robert Burns, Old Book
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