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A Boy's Will

by Robert Frost

First published
1913
Reading level
Plain English
Price
Free

About the book

"A Boy's Will" by Robert Frost is a poetry collection first published in 1913. As Frost's debut book, it explores themes of rural life, nature, philosophy, and individuality while chronicling a journey from retreating into solitude to reconnecting with society. The poems blend simplicity of language with subtle complexity, revealing what critics called "a dream world of elusive shapes and tremulous imaginings." This collection established Frost's voice among literary giants and launched his influential career in American poetry.

  • American poetry

Updated September 2026. Public domain in the USA. Text and summary from Project Gutenberg eBook #3021. A Boy's Will on Wikipedia.

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