Confessions of an English Opium-eater (Aziloth Books) - Thomas De Quincy - Books - Aziloth Books - 9781908388698 - February 28, 2012
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Confessions of an English Opium-eater (Aziloth Books)

Thomas De Quincy

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Confessions of an English Opium-eater (Aziloth Books)

Written in 1821, 'Confessions of an English Opium-Eater' brought literary fame and not a little notoriety to Thomas de Quincy. It blew the lid on widespread opium addiction in Regency England, 'outing' such worthies as Dr Abernethy, Samuel Taylor Coleridge and William Wilberforce. 'Confessions' recounts the author's privileged public school days, his defiant truancy which led ultimately to a life of penury in London and to his rescue by, and romance with, a young prostitute. It is an intensely personal portrayal of narcotic dependence, filled with humanity, humour and beautiful prose. This classic work is essential reading for all those interested in the history and psychology of drug use, and its part in helping to open 'the doors of perception'.

Media Books     Paperback Book   (Book with soft cover and glued back)
Released February 28, 2012
ISBN13 9781908388698
Publishers Aziloth Books
Pages 124
Dimensions 127 × 7 × 195 mm   ·   127 g
Language English  

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