Autobiographic Sketches, 1790-1803 (1863)

Autobiographic Sketches, 1790-1803 is a book written by Thomas De Quincey and originally published in 1863. The book is a collection of autobiographical essays that cover the years from 1790 to 1803 of the author's life. In the essays, De Quincey reflects on his childhood, his family, his education, his travels, and his experiences with opium addiction. He also discusses his literary influences and his early attempts at writing. The book is notable for its vivid descriptions of life in late 18th and early 19th century England, as well as for its insights into the mind of a brilliant but troubled writer. De Quincey's prose is elegant and poetic, and his observations on human nature are often profound. Overall, Autobiographic Sketches, 1790-1803 is a fascinating glimpse into the life and mind of one of the most important writers of the Romantic era. It is a must-read for anyone interested in English literature, history, or biography.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.