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A gaudy dress and gentle air May slightly touch the heart; But it’s innocence and modesty That polishes the dart. - Robert Burns
" "A gaudy dress and gentle air May slightly touch the heart; But it’s innocence and modesty That polishes the dart.
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About Robert Burns
Robert Burns (25 January 1759 – 21 July 1796) was a poet and pioneer of the Romantic movement and after his death became an important source of inspiration to the founders of both liberalism and socialism. He is widely regarded as the national poet of Scotland.
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Also Known As
Also Known As:
Bard of Ayrshire
Alternative Names:
Robbie Burns
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Rabbie Burns
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Scotland's favorite son
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Ploughman Poet
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The Bard
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National poet of Scotland
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Robden of Solway Firth
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