The Lost Weekend

Originally published in 1944, "The Lost Weekend" is a seminal novel by Charles Jackson that explores one man's harrowing struggle with alcoholism. Set in 1936 on Manhattan's East Side, the story follows aspiring writer Don Birnam as his seemingly innocent decision to drink spirals into a devastating five-day binge. This groundbreaking autobiographical work not only propelled Jackson to fame but also established a foundation for contemporary addiction literature, offering a poignant reflection on the effects of addiction and the human condition.