Publisher's Synopsis
The Confessions of an English Opium Eater is a memoir written by Thomas De Quincey, originally published in 1821. The book is a personal account of De Quincey's addiction to opium, which he began using to alleviate a chronic pain condition. The memoir is divided into two parts, with the first part detailing De Quincey's early experiences with opium and his gradual descent into addiction. The second part focuses on his attempts to overcome his addiction and the effects it had on his life and relationships.Throughout the book, De Quincey reflects on the psychological and philosophical aspects of his addiction, including his hallucinations and dreams while under the influence of opium. He also provides insights into the cultural and social context of opium use in 19th century England.The Confessions of an English Opium Eater is considered a landmark work in the history of addiction literature, and has influenced many later writers and thinkers. It is also valued for its literary style, which combines vivid descriptions with philosophical musings and introspection.1928. Together with their sequels �������The English Mail Coach������� and �������Suspiria de Profundis.������� Within this volume, De Quincey discusses his addiction to opium, how it began and how his life progressed while under the spell of this habit. At the close of his narrative, De Quincey present the reader with the moral of his narrative.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
