Robinson, Edward Arlington (1869-1935) - American poet best known for his
long narrative poems dealing with New England characters. His career as a
poet was assured when President Theodore Roosevelt became interested in his
work and helped to secure a place for him in the New York custom house.
Miniver Cheevy (1910) - One of Robinson's best-known short poems, published
in the collection "The Town Down the River." Opening lines: Miniver Cheevy,
child of scorn, / Grew lean while he assailed the seasons; ...
