Robert Burns and Scottish Cultural Politics

crammed with insightful discussion on the various ways the image and cult of Burns has been appropriated by political and philosophical viewpoints--The Vision ""Newsletter of the Robert Burns World Federation"" [Paul Malgrati's] groundbreaking book re-defines an ambiguous figure through paradoxical interpretations of his legacy ... a meticulously researched piece of work which innovatively combines studies in poetry, literature, history, language, culture, and politics.--Lauren Brancaz-McCartan, Université Savoie Mont Blanc ""Études Écossaises"" Malgrati's deft handling of his subject ends with an epilogue rather than a conclusion, but provides a compelling argument for Burns' enduring and malleable appeal as a 'keystone of Scottish cultural politics'.--Dr Máirtín Seán Ó Catháin ""History Scotland"" This research shows us that the afterlife of Burns ventured widely in time and space. Burns [...] stays as popular as ever. Whether he is wearing the shades that were digitally added to Nasmyth's portrait, or depicted in the guise of Che Guevara, it reminds us of profound plasticity of Burns's afterlife. Malgrati's book is an excellent guide to the bard throughout a tumultuous century.--Graeme Morton ""Burns Chronicle"" This study into Burns' politics and its cultural resonance has the narrative drive of a good novel and the insight of a shrewd observer.--Neil Young ""Glasgow Review of Books"" a thoughtful and compelling exploration of the poet's continuing relevance for Scottish politics and culture. --Corey E. Andrews, Youngstown State University ""Journal of British Studies"" Expert, sparky, and entertaining, Paul Malgrati's book will appeal to anyone interested in Robert Burns or in modern Scotland's history, culture and politics. --Robert Crawford, University of St Andrews