About “Suspiria de Profundis”
Suspiria de profundis is a collection of essays written by English author Thomas De Quincey, published in 1845. The work takes the form of prose poems and explores the effects of hallucinogenic drugs on memory. It is considered a notable and unique literary piece from its time. The book reflects De Quincey's personal experiences and observations, focusing on the psychological and emotional impacts of drug use. It remains recognized as a significant contribution to 19th-century literature. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.)
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- 1845
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