Tam O'Shanter by Robert Burns

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Author Burns, Robert, 1759-1796
Illustrator Miller, Harry L.
Title Tam O'Shanter
Note Reading ease score: 68.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Tam O'Shanter" by Robert Burns is a narrative poem written in the late 18th century. This classic Scottish work vividly explores the themes of drunkenness, the supernatural, and cautionary tales through the misadventures of its titular character. Through rich imagery and a playful use of language, Burns paints a lively picture of rural Scottish life, woven with folklore and moral lessons. The poem follows Tam O'Shanter, a farmer who enjoys a night of drinking with his friends at a local pub. Ignoring the warnings of his wise wife, Kate, Tam rides home late into the night, only to stumble upon a gathering of witches and warlocks dancing in a haunted church. Enarmed by the chaos and the enchanting witch, Nannie, he succumbs to temptation and shouts in admiration, triggering the furious pursuit of the witches. In a frantic escape, Tam leaps across a stream, thereby outwitting the specters who cannot cross running water. However, he loses his faithful mare, Maggie, in the process. The poem ends with a cautionary note about the potential consequences of indulgence, reminding readers of the balance between joy and responsibility. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Scottish poetry
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EBook-No. 25733
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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