Folklore & LegendsNo. 6641 · The 2026 edition
Halloween (poem)
A hauntingly beautiful poem that captures the eerie magic of Halloween night.
Our own summary of the original — the full post and photos live at en.wikipedia.org.
This poem paints a vivid picture of Halloween's dark traditions—costumed children, jack-o'-lanterns aglow, and the thrill of the supernatural. Through rhythmic verses, it evokes the chilling yet enchanting atmosphere that makes the holiday so unforgettable.
About this
This page covers "Halloween," an 1785 poem by Scottish poet Robert Burns, first published in 1786 in the Kilmarnock volume. It explains the poem's background, including John Mayne's earlier 1780 Halloween poem that likely influenced Burns, and outlines its analysis and characteristics. The page also provides references, external links to the full text, and navigation to other Burns works and Halloween topics.
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Halloween 1785
Robert Burns poem; 28 stanzas; first published 1786 in the Kilmarnock volume; mixes Scots and English; influenced by John Mayne's 1780 poem.
Where to watch: Wikisource – The full text of Halloween · Poems And Songs Of Robert Burns by Robert Burns
