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Christina Rossetti, a Victorian poet, is celebrated for her lyrical poetry and association with the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood. Her works, including 'Goblin Market' and 'Remember', reflect deep religious devotion and explore themes of love, loss, and morality. Rossetti's influence extends beyond literature, impacting feminist criticism and religious poetry.
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Christina Rossetti was born into a family with a rich cultural heritage, including an exiled Italian poet father and a relative of Lord Byron
Home Education
Christina Rossetti's mother instilled in her a love for the classics and religious devotion through home education
Siblings' Influence
Christina's siblings, who became influential figures in the Pre-Raphaelite movement, nurtured her literary talents from a young age
Christina Rossetti's life and writing were deeply influenced by her Anglican faith and the Tractarian or Oxford Movement
Christina Rossetti's brother Dante Gabriel Rossetti co-founded the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, which had a significant impact on her artistic milieu
Poetry
Christina Rossetti's poetry, published under the pseudonym 'Ellen Alleyne', appeared in the Brotherhood's literary magazine, The Germ
Modeling
Christina Rossetti also served as a model for several Pre-Raphaelite paintings
The Pre-Raphaelite emphasis on truth to nature and moral and spiritual themes resonated in Christina Rossetti's own literary creations
Christina Rossetti's poetry often grapples with themes of redemption, sacrifice, and the struggle between earthly desires and spiritual aspirations
Christina Rossetti's poetry is distinguished by its emotional depth and lyrical quality
Goblin Market
'Goblin Market' is a masterpiece of Victorian literature, rich in allegory and symbolism, often interpreted as a commentary on Victorian gender roles and market economics
Remember
'Remember' is a sonnet contemplating mortality and remembrance
Up-Hill
'Up-Hill' allegorizes life's journey
A Birthday
'A Birthday' is a joyful celebration of love
Christina Rossetti's poetry is notable for its versatility, ranging from simple ballads to complex sonnets, and remains a staple in English literature curricula
Christina Rossetti battled Graves' disease and was diagnosed with breast cancer, which ultimately claimed her life
Christina Rossetti was buried in Highgate Cemetery in London and her poetry endures as a testament to her enduring strength of character and significant contributions to English literature
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______ ______ ______, a notable poet, was born on ______ ______, ______, in ______.
Christina Georgina Rossetti
December 5
1830
London
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Her brother, ______ ______ ______, played a significant role in the ______-______ movement.
Dante Gabriel Rossetti
Pre-Raphaelite
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Tractarian Movement's impact on Rossetti
Shaped her religious views, emphasizing Church of England's Catholic traditions.
