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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a new perspective on the life and work of Thomas De Quincey, the English writer best known for his Confessions of an Opium-Eater. The author argues that De Quincey's literary achievements have been overshadowed by his struggles with addiction, but that his writings offer a unique and valuable meditation on the nature of human consciousness. The book examines De Quincey's experiences with opium and the profound insights into imagination, dreaming, and the limits of language derived from his altered states. This examination is set within the context of De Quincey's role in the Romantic movement and his connections to other literary figures of the time. This book explores the intellectual, psychological, and cultural dimensions of De Quincey's work, challenging the assumption that his opium use diminished his significance as a literary figure. Instead, the author argues that De Quincey's unique perspective on the human mind makes his work essential reading for anyone interested in the complexities of human experience. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781334512384_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334512384
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334512384
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)