About this book
Christina Georgina Rossetti's Goblin Market, The Prince's Progress, and Other Poems brings together the Victorian poet's most celebrated and haunting verses in one essential collection. Originally published across two volumes in 1862 and 1866, these works showcase Rossetti's masterful command of language, vivid imagery, and profound emotional depth that captivated readers then and continue to resonate today.
The collection opens with "Goblin Market," her most famous narrative poem—a mesmerizing tale of temptation, sisterhood, and redemption wrapped in dreamlike, fantastical language. Alongside this iconic work, you'll discover "The Prince's Progress," an allegorical journey through love and desire, plus dozens of lyrical poems exploring themes of faith, mortality, nature, and the human heart. From tender love songs and devotional pieces to introspective meditations on loss and spiritual longing, Rossetti's verse moves effortlessly between the romantic and the mystical.
Her unique blend of Pre-Raphaelite sensibility with deeply personal religious conviction creates poetry that feels both timeless and intimate. Each poem invites contemplation, whether Rossetti examines the fragility of youth, the power of sacrifice, or the quiet strength of female bonds.
Perfect for poetry enthusiasts, literature students, and anyone seeking the work of one of the 19th century's finest poets, this audiobook collection offers an ideal entry point into Rossetti's remarkable legacy.
