The Rossettis: Dante, Gabriel and Christina

By Elisabeth Luther Cary

Book Overview

The Rossettis: Dante, Gabriel and Christina is a comprehensive biography of the three siblings who were prominent figures in the Victorian era. Written by Elisabeth Luther Cary, the book explores the lives and works of Dante Gabriel Rossetti, Christina Rossetti, and their brother, William Michael Rossetti, who was a critic and editor. The book delves into the family's Italian roots and their upbringing in England, providing insight into the cultural and artistic influences that shaped their work. The author examines Dante Gabriel's role in the Pre-Raphaelite movement and his contributions to painting, poetry, and design. Christina's poetry is also explored, including her religious and devotional works. The book also delves into the siblings' personal lives, including their relationships with each other and with other prominent figures of the time, such as John Ruskin and William Morris. Overall, The Rossettis provides a thorough and engaging account of the lives and legacies of three influential siblings who left an indelible mark on Victorian culture and beyond.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162766093
• ISBN13: 9781162766096
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 386 Pages
• Weight: 1.13 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"