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Which Scottish poet has Rankin cited as an influence?

  • Robert Burns

  • William Wordsworth

  • Dylan Thomas

  • Seamus Heaney

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The Scottish poet Robert Burns is recognized as an influential figure on the works of Ian Rankin, one of Scotland's acclaimed contemporary crime writers. Rankin often draws inspiration from Burns's ability to capture the essence of Scottish culture, his exploration of social issues, and his powerful use of language.
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