Mark E. Dixon

Articles by This Author

Eakins Comes Out

An 1885 painting set in Bryn Mawr gave Philadelphia something to whisper about.

FRONTLINE: Retrospect on James A. Michener

Blaming the Messenger How a famous writer slurred the good name of a Lower Merion...

FRONTLINE: Retrospect on Hollywood Glitz and Valley Forge

When Valley Forge Had Star Power How Hollywood glitz—and sleaze—got its start on the banks...

The Main Line: Then & Now

Seven pairs of images that capture the area’s stunning growth and, in some cases,...

FRONTLINE: Retrospect on Henry Drinker of Merion

The Sound of Drinker Where would Julie Andrews be now if Henry Drinker hadn’t loved...

FRONTLINE: Profile

Power of the Pen With his latest book, a Villanova professor aims to get the...

FRONTLINE: Doing Good

Healing Devotion Some people talk of a “mission” in life. But when the mission is...

FRONTLINE: Retrospect

Gridiron Woes In 1973, Haverford College considered reviving its football program—and passed. Americans love football. The...

Divine Intervention

In 1839, a local farmer defended freedom of speech—then he reconsidered.

Joining “Arnie’s Army”

Golf is a game for individualists, but even they watch out for each other.

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