Christina Georgina Rossetti

Goblin Market, The Prince's Progress, and Other Poems (eBook, ePUB)

Exploring love, loss, and temptation through vivid symbolism in Victorian poetry

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Christina Georgina Rossetti's 'Goblin Market, The Prince's Progress, and Other Poems' is a collection of poems that delve into themes of love, loss, and temptation. Rossetti's poetic style is rich with vivid imagery and symbolism, drawing on Biblical allusions and fairy tale motifs to create a dream-like quality in her works. 'Goblin Market' stands out as a cautionary tale about the dangers of giving in to temptation, while 'The Prince's Progress' explores themes of spiritual growth and redemption. Rossetti's poems are deeply rooted in the Victorian era, reflecting the social and moral values of the time. Christina Georgina Rossetti was a Victorian poet known for her lyrical and introspective works. As a devout Christian, her poetry often reflects her religious beliefs and moral convictions. Rossetti's own struggles with illness and heartbreak are evident in her poetic themes of longing and spiritual yearning. I highly recommend 'Goblin Market, The Prince's Progress, and Other Poems' to readers who appreciate complex symbolism, rich imagery, and profound themes in poetry. Rossetti's timeless works continue to captivate readers with their depth and beauty.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 210
• Erscheinungstermin: 20. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664173195
• Artikelnr.: 58436558

Autorenporträt

Christina Rossetti (1830-1894) was an English writer best known for her Romantic poetry and traditional Christmas carols. She was the sister of the artist Dante Gabriel Rossetti, one of the founders of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood. Her poetry features heavily religious symbols and often ponders themes of life and death. Her most celebrated works include 'Goblin Market', (1862) and 'In the Bleak Midwinter' (1872).