Personal Recollections Of Thomas De Quincey (1886) - Findlay, John Ritchie
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Personal Recollections of Thomas De Quincey is a book written by John Ritchie Findlay and published in 1886. The book is a collection of personal memories and anecdotes about the famous English writer and essayist, Thomas De Quincey. Findlay was a close friend of De Quincey and the two had a long-standing relationship that began when Findlay was a young man. The book covers a wide range of topics related to De Quincey's life, including his childhood, his struggles with addiction, his literary career, and his relationships with other writers and intellectuals of his time. Findlay's…mehr

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Personal Recollections of Thomas De Quincey is a book written by John Ritchie Findlay and published in 1886. The book is a collection of personal memories and anecdotes about the famous English writer and essayist, Thomas De Quincey. Findlay was a close friend of De Quincey and the two had a long-standing relationship that began when Findlay was a young man. The book covers a wide range of topics related to De Quincey's life, including his childhood, his struggles with addiction, his literary career, and his relationships with other writers and intellectuals of his time. Findlay's recollections provide a unique insight into De Quincey's personality, his habits, and his opinions on various subjects.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of De Quincey's life. The first chapter covers De Quincey's childhood and early years, while the second chapter delves into his struggles with opium addiction. The third chapter discusses De Quincey's literary career and his most famous works, including Confessions of an English Opium-Eater. Other chapters cover De Quincey's relationships with other writers, including Samuel Taylor Coleridge and William Wordsworth, as well as his opinions on various literary and philosophical topics. Throughout the book, Findlay provides a vivid and engaging portrait of De Quincey, bringing to life the man behind the words.Overall, Personal Recollections of Thomas De Quincey is a fascinating and informative book for anyone interested in the life and work of this important literary figure. Findlay's personal reminiscences offer a unique perspective on De Quincey's life and legacy, and provide valuable insights into the literary and intellectual culture of nineteenth-century England.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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