Tam O Shanter escapes the devils - Burns Poem
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Tam O Shanter escapes the devils - Burns Poem
Tam O Shanter rides with the devils close behind him... " And scarcely had he Maggie rallied When out the hellish legion sallied." Date: 1909
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Burns Devil Faithful Horde Legion Maggie Poem Shanter Tale Witches Hellish Myth
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Tam O' Shanter's Escape from the Devils: A Scottish Tale of Poetry and Myth This image, dated 1909, depicts the legendary Scottish poet Robert Burns' character, Tam O' Shanter, in the midst of an exhilarating and otherworldly adventure. The scene is taken from Burns' poem "Tam O' Shanter," which tells the story of a mischievous night when Tam, a humble plowman, rides his horse, Meg, to the witches' sabbat. As Tam and his faithful mare return from the witch's gathering, they are pursued by a horde of devils and evil spirits, eager to claim the intruder. In the poem, it is described that "Scarcely had he Maggie rallied, When out the hellish legion sallied." The devils, with fiery eyes and sinister grins, are hot on Tam's heels, their dark forms contrasting against the moonlit night. Despite being outnumbered and outmatched, Tam manages to escape with the help of his loyal horse, Meg, who uses her strength and agility to outmaneuver the relentless pursuit. The image captures the essence of this thrilling tale, with Tam's determined expression and the devilish horde closing in behind him. Burns' poem, filled with Scottish folklore, myth, and wit, has captivated readers for generations. This image serves as a visual representation of the poem's most iconic moment, immortalizing the tale of Tam O' Shanter's daring escape from the clutches of the devilish legion.
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