Overview
So, what gives this Scottish ex-patriate writer the idea, temerity even, that he could ever vie with Robert Burns, The National Bard of Scotland? And, what is it about Haggis and Burns Suppers that motivated him to spend years writing this collection of poems and months to publish?, In answer, Ian insists that he is in no way trying to rival Robert Burns, rather that he considers Burns' language and poetic masterpieces his primary inspiration and that to emulate him would be the sincerest form of praise. As to focusing on Haggis and Burns Suppers; he considers these to be subjects of major interest to about ten million worldwide devotees of The Bard, according to whom, the Haggis is a "Puddin wi' an honest, sonsie face". In his "Address To A Haggis" Burns implores "Ye Pow'rs" to dish out the humble Haggis as "Auld Scotland's" preferred "Bill o' Fare". This plea evidently led to the "Great chieftain o' the puddin-race" domination of Burns Suppers from the get-go and aptly evokes the theme of "Haggis Talk! Since there is an abundance of information readily available detailing Burns Suppers, the author asks that readers take a look at a couple of his own poems to get a humorous description of what to expect, suggesting "Haggis USA" and "Burns Night Randan". Although written in various poetic forms, some quite unorthodox, they flow along in conversational style and are relatively easy to read or recite. Written to entertain those of his ilk at home and abroad, this author offers a hilarious and frequently thought-provoking collection of poetry, chiefly in the Scottish dialect. These verses cover subjects and characters cherished by the Scottish diaspora who revere Robert Burns, the Man and his natural genius. Divided into three parts, Part 1 is focused on Burns Suppers, Part 2 is an eclectic mix of light-hearted subjects with several of a more serious nature, like "My Reality" and "Rabbie's Dilemma". Part 3 is intended to provide some ammunition to the voluntary Burns Club comedians whom the Host will invite to take the floor after all the traditional formalities are enjoyed, and who will keep the fun going until Rabbie's "Auld Lang Syne" brings the festivities to a rousing close. A Glossary is included to aid our non-Scottish friends. The author expresses sincere hopes that readers will derive as much pleasure from "Haggis Talk!" as he has from Robert Burn's songs and poems over the years.
- | Author: Ian Myers, Scott Relth
- | Publisher: haggistalk.com
- | Publication Date: January 15, 2021
- | Number of Pages: 100 pages
- | Language: English
- | Binding: Paperback
- | ISBN-10: 0999534076
- | ISBN-13: 9780999534076
