{"title":"Thomas De Quincey","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our curated collection of works by Thomas De Quincey, a distinguished figure in English literature known for his innovative and imaginative writing. Often celebrated for his insightful exploration of the human psyche, De Quincey has carved a unique niche in the literary world that continues to captivate readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDive into \u003cem\u003eConfessions of an English Opium-Eater: Popular Penguins\u003c\/em\u003e, arguably his most famous work. This compelling autobiography provides a vivid account of his opium addiction and its impact on his life, offering profound insights into the world of addiction and the complexities of human consciousness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnother intriguing title in our collection is \u003cem\u003eOn Murder Considered as One of the Fine Arts\u003c\/em\u003e. In this series of essays, De Quincey examines the morbid events of murder with a darkly humorous and satirical lens, contributing to a genre that blends crime writing and philosophical musings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThomas De Quincey's works span categories such as Arts \u0026amp; Culture and General Fiction, making them as thought-provoking today as they were in the 19th century. Whether you are a lover of classic literature or exploring the depths of psychology and culture, De Quincey's writing offers a fascinating journey through his revolutionary ideas and stylistic mastery.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"on-murder-considered-as-one-of-the-fine-arts-by-thomas-de-quincey-9780141397887","title":"On Murder Considered as One of the Fine Arts","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLittle Black Classics - the new series to celebrate Penguin's 80th anniversary\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOn Murder Considered as One of the Fine Arts\u003c\/em\u003e explores the macabre world of murder as an art form. The author enthralls readers with his satirical and darkly humorous discourse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'People begin to see that something more goes to the composition of a fine murder than two blockheads to kill and be killed – a knife – a purse – and a dark lane.'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46240061587692,"sku":"9780141397887","price":9.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780141397887.jpg?v=1741225031"},{"product_id":"confessions-of-an-english-opium-eater-popular-penguins-by-thomas-de-quincey-9780141194943","title":"Confessions of an English Opium-Eater: Popular Penguins","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDescribing the surreal hallucinations, insomnia and nightmarish visions he experienced while consuming daily large amounts of laudanum, Thomas De Quincey's legendary account of the pleasures and pains of opium forged a link between artistic self-expression and addiction. It paved the way for later generations of literary drug-takers from Baudelaire to Burroughs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eConfessions of an English Opium-Eater\u003c\/em\u003e is a seminal narrative exploring the depths of human experience and the complex interplay between creativity and substance use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46500302913772,"sku":"9780141194943","price":15.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/6751413482238.jpg?v=1748572126"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/thomas-de-quincey.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}