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100 1 _aDe Quincey, Thomas,
_d1785-1859
245 1 0 _aMemorials and Other Papers — Volume 1
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2004-07-01
505 0 _aExplanatory notices -- The orphan heiress -- Oxford -- The pagan oracles -- The revolution of Greece.
508 _aAnne Soulard, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
520 _a"Memorials and Other Papers — Volume 1" by Thomas De Quincey is a collection of essays and reflections written during the early 19th century. The work encompasses various topics, showcasing De Quincey's intricate thought processes and literary style. Through personal anecdotes and philosophical musings, the author explores themes such as memory, the nature of art, and social commentary, aiming to provoke insight and contemplation in the reader. The opening of the volume begins with an introductory note to the American editor, wherein De Quincey expresses gratitude for the support received in bringing together his scattered writings. He reflects on the challenges faced in revising the papers, revealing the influence of his own struggles with mental health on his work. The content of this portion sets the stage for the collection to explore diverse subjects, such as the artistic interpretation of murder, discussions on war, and the significance of personal experiences in shaping one’s understanding of life and society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aEnglish essays
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/6169
999 _c48191
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