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Confessions of an English Opium-Eater
EAN : 9791041800872
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EAN : 9791041800872
Paru le : 19 avr. 2023
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- EAN13 : 9791041800872
- Réf. éditeur : 293867
- Date Parution : 19 avr. 2023
- Disponibilite : Disponible
- Barème de remise : NS
- Nombre de pages : 132
- Format : H:210 mm L:148 mm E:8 mm
- Poids : 182gr
- Résumé : "Confessions of an English Opium-Eater" by Thomas De Quincey is a seminal work that delves into the author's personal experiences with opium addiction and its profound effects on his life. The narrative begins with De Quincey's justification for sharing his story, emphasizing the potential benefits of his confessions for others who might be struggling with similar issues. He reflects on the societal stigma associated with public admissions of personal failings, particularly in English culture, and contrasts this with the more open confessional literature of French and German traditions. De Quincey recounts his early life, marked by intellectual pursuits and a deep love for literature, which he claims shaped his philosophical outlook. Despite his scholarly inclinations, he fell into opium addiction, initially using the drug to alleviate severe stomach pain caused by past hardships. The narrative provides a vivid account of his struggles with addiction, detailing the physical and psychological torment he endured. The text also explores De Quincey's interactions with various individuals during his time of hardship, including a young woman named Ann, who showed him kindness and compassion. Her selfless act of providing him with a glass of wine during a moment of extreme weakness left a lasting impression on him, highlighting themes of human connection and empathy amidst suffering. Throughout the work, De Quincey reflects on the broader implications of opium addiction, noting its prevalence among different social classes and its seductive allure. He concludes with a moral reflection on his experiences, suggesting that his narrative serves as both a cautionary tale and a testament to the resilience of the human spirit.
- Biographie : Thomas Penson De Quincey (15 August 1785 - 8 December 1859) was an English writer, essayist, and literary critic, best known for his Confessions of an English Opium-Eater (1821). Many scholars suggest that in publishing this work De Quincey inaugurated the tradition of addiction literature in the West.
