EPISODE · Jan 26, 2026 · 8 MIN

Birches

from Cultural Artifacts with Mandi Gerth · host Mandi Gerth

Today we are looking at the poem Birches, written by Robert Frost. A poem in blank verse that contemplates the loss of youth and the importance of nature to provide perspective when we are “weary of considerations, / and life is too much like a pathless wood.” Information on Robert Frost from Britannica. Critical Essay by George MonteiroRead the poem on Poetry Foundation. Hear Robert Frost read Birches on YouTube. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mrsgerthteaches.substack.com

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