She added: “The big figure who was deeply influenced by Fergusson is Robert Burns. He was influenced by Fergusson in quite a ...
Adieu. ROBT. BURNS" The 'interesting passage of youth' alluded to by Burns is the figure of 'Highland' Mary Campbell (1763-1786), about whose romantic relationship with the Bard much is speculated.
Robert Burns (1759-1796) was a Scottish poet and lyricist ... Burns is celebrated as a pioneer of the Romantic movement and remains a beloved figure in Scottish history.