The Utne Reader - Definition and Overview

Utne Reader is a left-of-center periodical founded in 1984 by Eric Utne. It maintains a digest format and runs articles that originally appeared elsewhere much like Reader's Digest. In addition to a few original pieces each issue, the magazine features quotes from non-left sources—an unusual policy for an alternative publication. Utne Reader also printed open-minded and nearly positive articles on the Mythopoetic Men's Movement when it first surfaced in the early 1990s—one of the few publications to do so.

The magazine recently adjusted itself, changing the size and style of paper for which it was printed. The newer paper is much more environmentally-friendly yet still retains a "glossy" feel to it. Some concerned readers wrote in about it, however the magazine humorously explained what had occurred and that they had not switched to traditional glossy paper.

"Utne" is the last name of the family who co-owns and works on the magazine and is pronounced as though it would rhyme with "chutney".

Utne Reader recently announced the retirement of a similar publication, Whole Earth Review.

External link

• http://www.utne.com/