Thomas De Quincey

Essays On Christianity, Paganism, And Superstition (1877)

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Produktbeschreibung

Essays on Christianity, Paganism, and Superstition is a collection of essays written by Thomas De Quincey and originally published in 1877. De Quincey was a British essayist, literary critic, and opium addict who is best known for his autobiographical work, Confessions of an English Opium-Eater. In this collection, De Quincey explores the themes of Christianity, Paganism, and Superstition, examining their historical and cultural significance and their impact on human thought and behavior.The essays in this collection cover a wide range of topics, including the origins of Christianity and its relationship to pagan religions, the role of superstition in human society, and the psychological effects of religious belief. De Quincey draws on his extensive knowledge of classical literature and philosophy to explore these themes, offering insightful and thought-provoking commentary on the nature of faith, morality, and human nature.Throughout the book, De Quincey's writing is characterized by his unique style, which combines erudition with a vivid imagination and a keen sense of humor. His essays are both entertaining and informative, offering readers a fascinating glimpse into the mind of one of the most original and insightful thinkers of the 19th century.Overall, Essays on Christianity, Paganism, and Superstition is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of religion, philosophy, or literature. De Quincey's insights and observations are as relevant today as they were when they were first published over 150 years ago, making this book a timeless classic of English literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 656
• Erscheinungstermin: 6. Februar 2009
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 35mm
• Gewicht: 935g
• ISBN-13: 9781104052966
• ISBN-10: 1104052962
• Artikelnr.: 26039011

Autorenporträt

Thomas De Quincey (15 August 1785 - 8 December 1859) was an English essayist, best known for his autobiography 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. Along with his opium addiction, debt was one of the primary constraints of De Quincey's adult life. He pursued journalism as a way to pay his bills and eventually became editor of The Westmorland Gazette in 1818. Unfortunately, De Quincey was unreliable at meeting deadlines and had to resign the following year. De Quincey was then persuaded to write and publish an account of his opium experiences for the London Magazine. This launched his career and led to him contributing to various magazines.