Goblin Market, The Prince's Progress, and Other Poems

Name: Goblin Market, The Prince's Progress, and Other Poems
Author: Christina Georgina Rossetti

By Christina Georgina Rossetti

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A mixed collection of narrative and lyric poems that alternates a long, allegorical tale of two sisters who encounter tempting street vendors with shorter, songlike pieces on nature, memory, desire, and mourning. Devotional verses and moral reflections sit beside playful and sensuous lyrics, each written with vivid sensory detail and spare diction. Themes of temptation, sacrifice, spiritual longing, and the passage of time recur throughout, while seasonal and domestic imagery provides a steady backdrop for poems that move between tenderness, irony, and meditative grief.

About the Author

Christina Georgina Rossetti

Christina Georgina Rossetti was an English poet known for her vivid imagery and exploration of themes such as love, faith, and the supernatural. Born in 1830, she became a prominent figure in the Pre-Raphaelite movement, contributing significantly to Victorian literature. Her most famous work, "Goblin Market, The Prince's Progress, and Other Poems," showcases her unique blend of fairy-tale elements and moral undertones. Rossetti's poetry often reflects her deep religious convictions and personal struggles, making her a complex and intriguing figure in literary history. In addition to her poetry, she also wrote short stories, including those found in "Commonplace, and other short stories," further demonstrating her versatility as a writer.