What do you think about the poem by Christina Rossetti called Goblin Market?

Answer 1

Christina Rossetti used many of the sentimental tropes of the mid-19th century, but in this poem she often twists those social expectations. The imagery, the sensory explosions, and the themes are all powerful, especially because they illustrate a woman's artistic needs as well as her erotic desire--all cleverly cloaked in elaborate descriptions and symbols.

Since you also asked the question about Patmore's poem, I'm sure most people in the 19th century who read his poem also read Rossetti's poem. Her poem opened possibilities to readers that were stifled by Patmore's illustration of women's roles. Rossetti basically conveyed the idea that women could and should fantasize and dream about anything they wanted.

Answer 2

I could tell you what I think, but I never read it. Maybe it would help if you put the poem or a link to it in your question. It would give people like myself who haven't read it both the opportunity to do so, and answer your question.

Answer 3

I love it. The visuals are so rich, the fruits and the flowers and the colors, and both creepy and sweet at the same time.

Answer 4

I read this in college. It was supposed to be about sexuality and rape.