Confessions of an English Opium-Eater

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The autobiographical account delves into Thomas De Quincey's tumultuous relationship with opium, exploring both the intoxicating pleasures and the devastating pains it brought him. Through compelling language and candid reflections, De Quincey provides an insightful glimpse into the complexities of addiction, revealing the duality of euphoria and suffering that characterized his experiences. This work, originally published anonymously, offers a profound understanding of the impact of substance dependence on an individual's life.