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emptywheel
4 months ago
Books

On the Skewering of Self-Promoters Who are Filled with Misplaced Self-Importance - emptywheel

Satirists hold up a mirror to those who try to present themselves as better than they are.
Robert Burns is a celebrated satirist and poet. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Writing

Re-evaluating Rabbie: the Scottish poets wrestling with Robert Burns' legacy

Robert Burns's reputation remains largely unchanged despite recent criticisms.
Contemporary Scottish poets are re-evaluating Burns and addressing the problematic aspects of his legacy. [ more ]
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