Facts About of Victorian Opium Dens

The video explores the history and cultural impact of opium dens in the Victorian era. It discusses the sensationalized portrayal of opium dens in media and literature, the regulation of drugs in Britain, and the opium trade between Britain and China. The widespread use of opium in medicine and its cultural influence, particularly in literature, are highlighted. The video also examines classism in opium use and the eventual decline of the legal opium trade.

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