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Confessions of an English Opium Eater with Will Self
On the Road with Penguin Classics
Opium, Addiction, and Cultural Narratives
This chapter explores the historical and cultural implications of opium consumption, particularly its ties to China and the emergence of London's Chinatown. The discussion examines the psychological aspects of addiction through literary figures like Thomas De Quincey and William Burroughs, highlighting the emotional pain intertwined with substance abuse. By linking personal experiences of addiction to broader themes of Orientalism and the opioid crisis, the conversation uncovers the enduring impacts of addiction on individuals and society.
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