The Poems and Songs of Robert Burns

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The collection features 51 volumes of essential writings spanning literature, philosophy, history, and mythology, curated by Charles William Eliot, Harvard's longest-serving president. Known as "Dr. Eliot's Five Foot Shelf," it embodies his vision that a comprehensive liberal education can be achieved through a thoughtfully selected anthology. Originally published between 1909 and 1917, this set remains a significant resource for those seeking to explore foundational texts that have shaped Western thought.