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Thomas De Quincey was an English essayist best known for writing Confessions of an English Opium-Eater, an autobiographical account which includes details of his drug and alcohol addictions.

This volume offers a fascinating look into the literary world of Romantic poets William Wordsworth, Robert Southey, and Samuel Taylor Coleridge, as well as other figures of the era. Thomas De Quincey's reminiscences and recollections provide an intimate portrait of these writers and their social circle, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in 19th century English literature.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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Thomas De Quincey spent much of his life addicted to the powerful drug opium. This book, first published anonymously in the London Magazine, is the autobiographical account of his addiction. De Quincey¿s compelling language and frankness give the reader a window in to both the strange pleasures and the horrible pains of that famous drug.As the science of addiction was an unheard of thing at the time, De Quincey¿s account became a sort of authoritative reference for decades, with people going so far as to denounce the book for presenting too pleasurable a picture of opium use. His work stands as a fascinating window into the life of a Georgian-era addict in one of the busiest cities in the world.

The Suspiria is a collection of prose poems, or what De Quincey called ¿impassioned prose,¿ erratically written and published starting in 1854. Each Suspiria is a short essay written in reflection of the opium dreams De Quincey would experience over the course of his lifetime addiction, and they are considered by some critics to be some of the finest examples of prose poetry in all of English literature.De Quincey originally planned them as a sequel of sorts to his Confessions of an English Opium-Eater, but the first set was published separately in Blackwood¿s Magazine in the spring and summer of that 1854. De Quincey then published a revised version of those first Suspiria, along with several new ones, in his collected works. During his life he kept a master list of titles of the Suspiria he planned on writing, and completed several more before his death; those that survived time and fire were published posthumously in 1891.

Thomas De Quincey's "Miscellaneous Essays" is a collection of essays covering a range of topics, from literary criticism to personal anecdotes. The collection includes some of his most famous works, such as "Confessions of an English Opium-Eater," as well as lesser-known pieces. In his essays, De Quincey demonstrates his love for literature, often using examples from works of literature to illustrate his arguments. He also touches on political and social issues of the time, such as the French Revolution and the state of education in England. Throughout the collection, De Quincey's prose is eloquent and imaginative, with a tendency towards long and complex sentences. His writing style is often praised for its beauty and vividness, though some critics have found it overly ornate and difficult to follow. Overall, "Miscellaneous Essays" provides a glimpse into the mind of a brilliant and curious writer, with a wide-ranging intellect and a passion for exploring the complexities of human experience.

"Confessions of an English Opium-Eater" is a memoir by Thomas De Quincey, first published in 1821. The book describes De Quincey's experiences with opium and his struggles with addiction. De Quincey was a well-known English essayist and literary critic, and his memoir is regarded as a landmark work in the history of drug addiction literature. In the book, he describes how he first became addicted to opium, initially as a means of managing chronic pain. He then details the physical and psychological effects of his addiction, including vivid dreams and hallucinations. De Quincey also provides a detailed account of the social and cultural context of opium use in 19th century England, including the widespread use of laudanum, a preparation of opium in alcohol. "Confessions of an English Opium-Eater" has been praised for its poetic style and its insights into the nature of addiction. The book has had a significant influence on later drug addiction literature, including the works of writers such as William S. Burroughs and Charles Bukowski. De Quincey continued to write prolifically throughout his life, producing essays on a wide range of topics, including literature, philosophy, and politics. He died in 1859, at the age of 74.

Miscellaneous Essays by Thomas De Quincey has been regarded as significant work throughout human history, and in order to ensure that this work is never lost, we have taken steps to ensure its preservation by republishing this book in a contemporary format for both current and future generations. This entire book has been retyped, redesigned, and reformatted. Since these books are not made from scanned copies, the text is readable and clear.

Memorials and Other Papers (Volume 2), has been considered important throughout human history. In an effort to ensure that this work is never lost, we have taken steps to secure its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for both current and future generations. This complete book has been retyped, redesigned, and reformatted. Since these books are not scans of the authors' original publications, the text is readable and clear.

Memorials and Other Papers (Volume 1), has been considered important throughout human history. In an effort to ensure that this work is never lost, we have taken steps to secure its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for both current and future generations. This complete book has been retyped, redesigned, and reformatted. Since these books are not scans of the authors' original publications, the text is readable and clear.