Mcausland Georgie - Goblin Market An Illustrated Poem - Hardcover

Binding: Hardcover
Description: The classic poem Goblin Market (1862) by Christina Rossetti tells the story of Lizzie and Laura who are tempted by the fruit sold by the goblin merchants. In this fully illustrated and beautiful volume illustrator Georgie Mc Ausland brings the words and story to life. Breathing new life into the Victorian tradition of illustrated poems this book reads like a picture story book. The stunning illustrations illuminate and drive the narrative forward as in all good story books. It tells the tale of the two sisters drifting apart as Laura succumbs to the forbidden fruit sold by the goblins but the bonds of sisterhood prove strong. The poem has fascinated for generations and been the subject of various interpretations. This illustrated version brings the words and story alive for a new generation. Christina Rossetti is considered the foremost female poet of her time and her poetry still resonates with women's lives today as she entwines themes of sexuality sisterhood love and temptation in her work. All of these themes are encapsulated in Goblin Market. The book includes an introduction to the poem by novelist Kirsty Gunn so all readers for pleasure or study can understand its riches.
Title: Goblin Market An Illustrated Poem
Author(s): Mcausland Georgie
Publisher: Batsford Ltd
Barcode: 9781849946940
Pages: 96 Pages
Publication Date: 12/7/2021
Category: Literary Studies: Poetry & Poets