Goblin Market by Christina Georgina Rossetti
"Goblin Market" is a narrative poem that explores themes of temptation, sacrifice, and salvation through the story of two sisters, Laura and Lizzie, who encounter goblin merchants selling a variety of luscious, enchanted fruits. Despite warnings, Laura succumbs to the temptation and indulges in the fruit, leading to a decline in her health and spirit. Lizzie, determined to save her sister, bravely confronts the goblins and resists their temptations, ultimately purchasing the antidote with her courage and purity. The poem culminates in a powerful act of sisterly love and redemption, as the bond between the siblings triumphs over the malevolent forces.
The 5953rd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1862
- Nationality
- British
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- Unknown
- Words
- 5,746
- Original Language
- English
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