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Goblin Market
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Christina Rossetti's "Goblin Market" is a narrative poem known for its rich imagery and allegorical themes.
The poem tells the story of two sisters, Laura and Lizzie, who encounter goblins selling tempting fruits.
Rossetti's use of vivid language and symbolic imagery creates a captivating and unsettling atmosphere.
The poem explores themes of temptation, sisterhood, and the power of love and redemption.
Its complex symbolism and evocative language have made it a subject of ongoing critical analysis.
The poem tells the story of two sisters, Laura and Lizzie, who encounter goblins selling tempting fruits.
Rossetti's use of vivid language and symbolic imagery creates a captivating and unsettling atmosphere.
The poem explores themes of temptation, sisterhood, and the power of love and redemption.
Its complex symbolism and evocative language have made it a subject of ongoing critical analysis.
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as a long poem they will cover, suggesting it as a good starting point for those unfamiliar with Pre-Raphaelite poetry.

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