To Have and to Hold: An Intimate History of Collectors and Collecting

Synopsis of To Have and to Hold: An Intimate History of Collectors and Collecting

In 'To Have and to Hold: An Intimate History of Collectors and Collecting,' Philipp Blom explores the profound connection between the acquisition of objects and human nature. This book examines the motivations behind collecting, from the simple joy of possessing to the creation of personal classification systems. Blom analyzes how collecting becomes a justification in itself, offering a fascinating insight into a complex and multifaceted human impulse. An essential read for anyone interested in social history, antiques, and the psychology of collecting.