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Creative Chronicles: Michael Largo

Genius and HeroinTONIGHT: Still seeking that permanent cure for writer's block? Head to Busboys and Poets tonight for a reading and discussion of Michael Largo's new book "Genius and Heroin: The Illustrated Catalogue of Creativity, Obsession and Reckless Abandon Through the Ages."

We're not saying drugs will make you a better writer. Well, they might make you think you're a better writer, but unless you can get everyone in the world to take them, that won't help you much.

The book offers juicy tidbits, addiction woes, creative processes and the tragic downfalls of legendary artists and philosophers, including Nietzsche, Edgar Allan Poe and Charlie Parker. Best taken with a grain of salt and cocktail in hand.

» Busboys and Poets (Cullen Room), 1025 5th St. NW; Sept. 22, 6:30 p.m., free; 202-789-2227. (Mt. Vernon)

Written by Express' Anne Polsky
Photo courtesy Harper Collins

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