poet, was born in 1759. At the age of 15
he began to write poems. He wrote about people and about everyday things.
Scots the world over celebrate his birthday every year on the 25th of January. The celebration is called Burns’ Night. It’s held not only in Scotland, but also amongst British people living in other countries. The celebration usually takes the form of a supper called Burns’ Supper, at which traditional Scottish dishes are eaten. Often a Scottish piper plays traditional Scottish songs and wears the national costume which for men is a kilt. Burns’ poems are recited and after the meal is finished there may be some Scottish dancing
Грязнова Валентина Сергеевна, учитель английского языка муниципального бюджетного общеобразовательного учреждения "Лицей №1" п.Тюльган Тюльганского района Оренбургской области
Burns Cottage in Alloway, Scotland