
RECOLLECTIONS OF DANTE GABRIEL ROSSETTI
By T. Hall Caine
Roberts Brothers - 1883
PREFACE.
RECOLLECTIONS OF DANTE GABRIEL ROSSETTI
CHAPTER I.
CHAPTER II.
CHAPTER III.
CHAPTER IV.
CHAPTER V.
A vivid portrait emerges from the pages as the author weaves together personal reminiscences, intimate letters, and candid criticism of the celebrated poet‑artist. Through the lens of a close friendship formed in the late 1870s, listeners hear Rossetti’s own voice—his hopes, anxieties, and the contradictions that marked his character—without any hint of sensationalism. The narrative balances affectionate admiration with an honest appraisal, revealing how his creative brilliance often clashed with personal turmoil.
Interlaced with excerpts from their correspondence, the memoir offers a window into the artistic circles of the era, the passions that fueled Rossetti’s work, and the tender moments that defined their bond. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the man behind the canvases and verses, appreciating both his soaring imagination and the quieter, more vulnerable side that rarely surfaces in public discourse.
Language
en
Duration
~7 hours (459K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by David Widger
Release date
2008-05-23
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1853–1931
A literary superstar in his own day, this Victorian and Edwardian novelist filled his stories with high emotion, moral conflict, and the atmosphere of the Isle of Man. His books reached huge audiences around the world, and several became successful stage and screen adaptations.
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