Author: Karen Karbiener
Pages: 13
This essay examines the reception of Thomas De Quincey's works in America, focusing on why the writings of a British opium addict resonated so deeply with an American audience just emerging from its Puritan past. Karen Karbiener explores the cultural and ideological factors that contributed to De Quincey's popularity in the United States, highlighting the transatlantic literary dynamics of the 19th century.
Author: Karen Karbiener
Pages: 13
This essay examines the reception of Thomas De Quincey's works in America, focusing on why the writings of a British opium addict resonated so deeply with an American audience just emerging from its Puritan past. Karen Karbiener explores the cultural and ideological factors that contributed to De Quincey's popularity in the United States, highlighting the transatlantic literary dynamics of the 19th century.
