| Description |
xiv, 165 pages ; 23 cm |
| Series |
Cross-currents in religion and culture |
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Cross-currents in religion and culture (Palgrave (Firm))
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| Contents |
1. Early Poetry, Including Goblin Market and Maude -- 2. Later Poetry, Including The Prince's Progress and Annus Domini -- 3. Called to Be Saints and Seek and Find -- 4. Letter and Spirit and Time Flies -- 5. The Face of the Deep: A Devotional Commentary on the Apocalypse -- 6. Conclusion |
| Summary |
"This book marks a step forward in Rossetti studies, by giving serious consideration to the theological content of Christina Rossetti's devotional prose volumes as well as an appreciation of their literary content. Long devalued and ignored, these volumes show a unique blend of literary and theological insights, and display a clarity of vision not always present in her poetry. Rossetti's relationship to the Great Tractarians is explored, as is her rejection of their notions of 'worldliness' and her revaluation of the female body and spirit. An exciting picture of Rossetti emerges: a foremother of modern feminist theology, fighting for environmental and animal protection, and fiercely defending those women who have been exploited or degraded."--BOOK JACKET |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 157-161) and index |
| Subject |
Rossetti, Christina Georgina, 1830-1894 -- Criticism and interpretation.
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Rossetti, Christina Georgina, 1830-1894 -- Religion.
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Rossetti, Christina Georgina, 1830-1894.
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Feminism and literature -- England -- History -- 19th century.
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Feminism in literature.
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Feminist theology -- England -- History -- 19th century.
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Theology in literature.
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Women and literature -- England -- History -- 19th century.
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Feminism.
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| LC no. |
2001056127 |
| ISBN |
0333794699 (series) |
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0333920333 |
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