Mat o' Shanter
A Cautionary Tale
A modern version of a classic poem, written for the ears and eyes and hearts of today.
Written in response to ‘Tam o’ Shanter’ – the famous Scottish poem by Robert Burns – and inspired by the author’s own experiences of that same poem, Simon Lamb’s new book is a highly original and moving work incorporating an introduction to the classic verse, a full-length modern-day reimagining, and commentary in the form of an extensive author’s note, with bold and energetic illustrations.
Simon Lamb is the Carnegie-nominated author of A Passing On of Shells, his debut poetry collection. With a background in performance and education, he lives in Ayrshire, where he held the role of Scriever at the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, Alloway, 2022-2025
Ross MacRae is a Scottish muralist and first time book illustrator whose large-scale work can be found across Scotland. He works on community projects with young people
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