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c1937 Selected Writings of Thomas De Quincey : Nonesuch Press in DJ
c1937 Selected Writings of Thomas De Quincey : Nonesuch Press in DJ
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Selected Writings of Thomas De Quincey
Selected and edited, with an introduction by Philip Van Doren Stern
Published by The Nonesuch Press, London, c1937. 1st thus. Dust jacket included. Hardback 8vo cloth bound book. Small signature dating back to July 1939 to front endpaper. 1166 pages in total.
The Selected Writings of Thomas De Quincey, edited by Philip Van Doren Stern, is a collection of De Quincey's writings that explores his personal experiences and thoughts on various subjects. The book includes works such as "Confessions of an English Opium-eater" and "Suspiria de profundis," reflecting on themes of addiction, morality, and the human condition. Stern's introduction provides an insightful perspective on De Quincey's life and the cultural context of his time, emphasizing the personal nature of his writings and their significance in the literary landscape of the 19th century.
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A very good copy. Dust jacket is unclipped and in good condition but has had a few small archival repairs to the head and tail of spine (this has been repaired from the inside). All contents present and pages very good throughout. Overall a very good copy.
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