Poets and critics read Burns, discuss the Bard in the city, and describe what his work has meant to them personally. Recorded Wednesday 25 January 2012. Audio version. Listen to podcast

The Regius Chair and its incumbents

This year marks 250 years of the study of English Literature at Edinburgh.

As the world's oldest department of its kind, English Literature at Edinburgh has a long and illustrious history.

The University is hosting a year of lectures, exhibitions and activities to celebrate this milestone.