Lepore offers a sweeping, poignant narrative of American history, centered on the founding ideals of the United States. She ...

Twisting through the American city of Boston, the Freedom Trail isn’t long, but links so many must-see locations where modern America began that you’ll need more than a day to do it justice.

Your book powerfully argues that geographic mobility shaped America’s innovative spirit. But moving often means leaving behind the family, friends, and neighbors who give our lives real meaning. Is ...

The Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge will serve as both a symbolic gateway and physical marker of the massive celebration’s kick-off ...

The Brutalist is a towering paean to the American dream, in all its force and folly. Set over several decades, Brady Corbet's post-World War II immigrant saga is — like the architectural ...

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Modern American Poetry: A Starter Pack. Our poetry editor recommends collections that revel in nature, family life, hard work and language. By Gregory Cowles. May 5, 2025. Share full article. 0.

Twisting through the American city of Boston, the Freedom Trail isn’t long, but links so many must-see locations where modern America began that you’ll need more than a day to do it justice.