- Hardcover: 160 pages
- Publisher: Souvenir Press Ltd (31 Oct 2000)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0285635891
- ISBN-13: 978-0285635890
- Product Dimensions: 19.2 x 16.2 x 1.8 cm
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,237,705 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Illustrated throughout, this book traces the path of opium's creation and consumption, describing how it has been alternatively rhapsodized, demonized and anointed.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
visually appealing
1 Feb 2000
Format:Hardcover
While not very wordy, the beauty of this book lies in its wonderful photographs, sketches, paintings, engravings, and other artwork featuring opium related scenes and paraphernalia. This book is also a great jumping point for more opium related reading of all types. The "Writer's Muse" chapter in particular offers a comprehensive overview of written works throughout history and the world which feature opium as their theme. All the works mentioned are neatly categorized by type in the bibliography at the end. A wonderful resource.
13 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Beautiful book, but only skin deep
1 April 2001
Format:Hardcover
The best reason I can think to recommend this book is that it is indeed a physically beautiful book. I loved the purple cloth-lined covers, the gorgeous illustrations, even the typeface. It had the feel of a book from 100 years ago.
Unfortunately, I found the content to be somewhat superficial, and all the sidebars got distracting after a while. I wanted more details, especially on the uses of opium by writers and other artists, and some idea whether the use of opium enhanced or inhibited creativity. The writing style itself had the feel of a term paper, albeit a term paper on a college level. I'd give the book five stars for looks, but only 2-1/2 stars for content. Since I weigh content more heavily than looks, then I have to give this one three stars.
7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
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5 Jan 2000
Format:Hardcover
My favorite book of the new year. Sublime. I was captured by the texture, photos, and wonderful quotes. Extremely well researched. Barbara Hudgson has created a small work of art...one that is effortlessly readable and educational...a rare feat. Thank you!
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