Topic: Robert Frost

The Monitor's View: For journalists and Internet, 2013 must not repeat 2012

Record assaults on journalists in 2012 and official moves to censor the Internet show how much authoritarian regimes fear the truth. Perhaps in 2013, truth-tellers will start to win.

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Who's filling America's church pews

In Puritan New England, Protestant and Catholic churches are declining while evangelical and Pentecostal groups are rising. Why the nation's most secular region may hint at the future of religion.

'Crossing to Safety': Wallace Stegner's poignant classic turns 25

Wallace Stegner's novel about a decades-long friendship between two couples is just as rewarding on its 25th anniversary as it was when first published.

A literary road trip through New England

Take a trip through historic New England and visit the homesteads of famous literary figures. 

Wendell Berry: New Collected Poems

"New Collected Poems" allows the playful, musical side of Wendell Berry's being to shine through.

Robert Frost: 10 great quotes on his birthday

Here are 10 classic Robert Frost quotes to celebrate what would have been the poet's 137th birthday on March 26.

Life Sentences: Literary Judgments and Accounts

In 'Life Sentences,' author and critic William H. Gass entrances the reader with his lilting prose and skilled literary criticism.

Chapter & Verse
Costa Book Awards are dominated by newcomers

Two 2011 Costa Book Award winners were debuting in their genres, while writer Andrew Miller surprised some by beating out Booker Prize winner Julian Barnes for the best novel prize.

Designing for disaster

How the need for security leads to enhanced public spaces.

The Vote
Rapper Common: Should he be disinvited from Obama poetry event?

Rapper Common is set to attend a 'Celebration of American Poetry' at the White House Wednesday, but Common has had harsh words for President George W. Bush in the past.

Chapter & Verse
National Poetry Month: How and why I celebrate

Based on my own experience, I still think of television as an especially powerful tool in raising poetry’s profile.

6 books to beat the winter blues

The groundhog may have seen his shadow yesterday, but for those of us enduring a blizzard a week spring still seems a distant prospect. So instead of fighting winter, why not embrace it? Here are six inspiring reads to remind all of us of the awesome beauty – and perilous power – of the season.

The Simple Dollar
On the road not taken and the path to your dreams

Every choice opens some doors and closes others. Which path are you taking?

The Diamond Dog

Diane Wakoski’s skill at mythmaking allows her to spin personal loss into engaging verse.

Bright Green
Fall foliage - Maine's fall colors look spectacular

Maine's fall colors are starting to dazzle. Where to drive to see the best fall foliage? Northern Maine is providing the best color.

Opinion: History's shadow over Obama's Vineyard vacation

Despite its tiny size, Martha's Vineyard is a microcosm of the race problem that burdens America.

After 19 years, Souter and the Supreme Court part, with poetry

As the New Englander retires, he and Chief Justice John Roberts exchange warm letters of farewell – and a few verses of Robert Frost.

Bending ethics with borrowed words

The Monitor's language columnist ponders her recent adventures in the world of public domain.

Six Picks: Recommendations from the Monitor staff

A look at soaring Islamic architecture, clever animated poetry, the latest family-friendly online game, and more.

Opinion: We should share Lincoln's love for poetry

It isn’t just a decorative cultural fixture. It’s a wellspring of revelation.

Praise Song for the Day

Inauguration Day poet delivers verse in a tradition of hope.

Chapter & Verse
Obama chooses his poet

From the editor: The Monitor's next century

Our journalists will record the unfolding future with the same lens of clarity and hope.

The handyman of my dreams

Ever since I called Joe, the skies – and my kitchen drain – have been clear.

Chapter & Verse
No poetic justice for the US?