But, oh! fell death's untimely frost, That nipt my flower sae early. - Robert Burns

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But, oh! fell death's untimely frost, That nipt my flower sae early.

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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: Bard of Ayrshire
Alternative Names: Robbie Burns • Rabbie Burns • Scotland's favorite son • Ploughman Poet • The Bard • National poet of Scotland • Robden of Solway Firth
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