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Biography

Famous 18th century Scottish poet and lyricist. Labeled as a romantic style poet, Burns wrote in light Scottish dialect as well as standard English.

Letter References

Letter from William Henry Seward to Frances Adeline Seward, July 10, 1859

Letter from William Henry Seward to Frances Miller Seward, July 14, 1833

Letter from Frances Miller Seward to Lazette Miller Worden, April 25, 1832

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Famous 18th century Scottish poet and lyricist. Labeled as a romantic style poet, Burns wrote in light Scottish dialect as well as standard English.
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