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North of Boston

Robert Frost
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North of Boston

Fiction | Poem | Adult | Published in 2006

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Robert Frost

North of Boston

Fiction | Poem | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

50

Format

Poem • Fiction

Setting

New England • Early 20th Century

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14+ years

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Super Short Summary

North of Boston is a poetry collection by Robert Frost that explores themes of rural life in New England. The poems capture the human experience through narratives and dialogues, emphasizing personal struggles and interactions. Notable works include "Mending Wall," where individuals examine boundaries and relationships, and "The Death of the Hired Man," focusing on complex human emotions and social dynamics.

Contemplative

Melancholic

Nostalgic

Mysterious

Reviews & Readership

3.9

1,187 ratings

65%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Robert Frost's North of Boston is celebrated for its vivid depiction of rural New England life and psychological depth. Its narrative poems resonate with authenticity and insight into human nature. Some critics note the somber and dark themes, but these elements are often seen as enhancing its realistic portrayal of life's complexities. Frost's mastery of language and form is widely praised.

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Who Should Read North of Boston?

A reader who appreciates North of Boston by Robert Frost likely enjoys exploring rural life and human emotion through vivid imagery and narrative poetry. Fans of books like Leaves of Grass by Walt Whitman and The Country of the Pointed Firs by Sarah Orne Jewett may also find joy in Frost's evocative depictions of New England landscapes.

3.9

1,187 ratings

65%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

50

Format

Poem • Fiction

Setting

New England • Early 20th Century

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14+ years

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