11 manuscript letters to Robert Graham of Fintry; 13 MS poems, including Tam oShanter

The letters deal with Burns's application to enter the Excise Office and his service there. The copy of Tam oShanter is one of 7 known in the poets hand, also includes copies of The whistle - a tale and Lament for James Earl of Glencairn

Item author: Robert Burns

Item date: not given

Grant Value: 300

Item cost: 55,000

Item date acquired: 1981

Item institution: Burns Monument/ Robert Burns Birthplace Museum

Town/City: Doonside

County: Ayrshire