

Here we have Eve and Adam in the Garden of Eden, much like the orchard where the goblin men’s fruit is from as Rossetti describes. In Genesis 3, one can see the exact same scenario taking place. “Come buy our orchid fruits, come buy, come buy”(Rossetti 1496) they constantly called out, trying to persuade the girls. Laura and Lizzie, the main characters in the poem “Goblin Market”, can be seen being tempted many times throughout the work by the goblins. Rossetti takes the central themes of temptation, sin, and redemption from the bible and retells them in this complex twisted tale. While reading line by line, it is hard to miss the similarities between this work and the account of the fall of man in the bible. One sister grows curious of the goblin’s strange produce while the other stays weary upon the memory of a friend named Jeanie that had died after eating the fruits. To persuade and tempt them into partaking of their enchanted orchard fruits. Our vendor room is now closed, but you can still be a sponsor and get your business involved! Download the 2019 TGM Sponsorship here.Christina Rossetti’s poem, “Goblin Market”, is a tale about two young girls that are faced by goblin merchant men that are trying No one will leave The Goblin Market empty-handed. Stay tuned with us via our Facebook event, our email list, or bookmark our website to keep up with the latest updates.Īt-the-door tickets will be available for $20/each.

Those who have purchased online before the event receive extra benefits such as a custom enamel pin, a swag bag, and a few extra treats you’ll discover along the way. At door tickets will be available at the event beginning at 7pm. They know all of your wildest dreams, your darkest desires, and most perverse fantasies – and they have it all for sale.ĭue to the nature of this event, attendees must be over the age of 16. You can visit her… but don’t turn your back on her. The embodiment of the Sins will be wandering around, drawing you near, and feeding upon whatever is committed.

Careful, they may ask for more than just your money… Exhibitors will curate their treasures, and some will call out to you… they see your deepest desires. The Goblins are prepared to show you the wonder of The Seven Deadly Sins. Be prepared, as our vendors may ask for something extra – a secret, a memory, your voice for an hour. Our Market utilizes a unique system of vending – all of our goods may be purchased with cash, but such extraordinary items require a bit more than money. One night, a few months ago, a torch was passed and a deal was struck:
