This Industrial Revolution occurred in the late 17th century until the mid-18th century. The revolution included the development of technology manufacturing that resulted in the production of steam, coal, large-scaled factories, and more extensive transportation. Due to these developments, there was a rise in consumerism during the 18th century because buying and selling became more efficient. An aspect of this revolution I want to focus on is how shopping became an important role in society during this time both urban and rural areas. This event is important in understanding "Goblin Market" because it helps explain the approach Rossetti took in portraying her message to readers and why. When beginning this poem, we instantly see the word "Market" which can be connected to the roaring marketplace during this time. The Industrial Revolution was a big change to the world, and she is using this to show how people have gotten caught up in the material aspects, just like what happens with Laura in this poem. This Goblin market full of fruits is very overwhelming to Laura and ends up consuming her thoughts over judgement. Also, the image I have chosen presents workers at their machines at a factory called Marshall Mill's. 

MLA Works Cited

White, Mathew. “The Industrial Revolution.” British Library, 14 Oct. 2009, https://www.bl.uk/georgian-britain/articles/the-industrial-revolution.

White, Mathew. “The Rise of Consumerism.” British Library, 15 May 2014, https://www.bl.uk/romantics-and-victorians/articles/the-rise-of-consumerism.