“The
man o' independent mind – he looks and laughs at aa that”.
The
genius of Scotland's immortal bard has appealed to many folks for
many different reasons. He had an exceptional ability to deeply
understand humanity and to express his observations through his
advanced skills in verbal and written communication. He was able to
reach people from a wide range of social, political, religious and
philosophical backgrounds.
Hardly
surprising then that people with contrasting views and ethics seek to
embrace him as one of their own. What is it about this 18th Century bard that still makes his life and works so relevant in this present day?