James Hogg

James Hogg, known as "the Ettrick Shepherd," was a self-taught poet and author whose work reflected Border life and love. Initially viewed as a lesser successor to Robert Burns, his reputation began to shift with the 1824 release of The Private Memoirs and Confessions of a Justified Sinner. This groundbreaking work redefined his legacy, showcasing his literary depth and complexity, while his friendships with figures like Walter Scott and his portrayal in Blackwood's Magazine added to his colorful persona as a rustic storyteller.