Collecting the World
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Collecting the World

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Embark on a captivating journey into the world of collecting with Karel Capek’s “Collecting the World.” Explore the fascinating life of Sir Hans Sloane and the origins of the British Museum. Discover the allure of collecting, from stamps and butterflies to books and beyond. A must-read for history buffs, bibliophiles, and anyone intrigued by the human desire to preserve and showcase the world’s treasures. ISBN: 9780718194437

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Description

  • ISBN-13: 9780718194437
  • Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
  • Binding: Paperback
  • No of Pages: 544
  • Spine Width: mm
  • Width: 129 mm
  • ISBN-10: 0718194438
  • Publisher Date: 08 Apr 2017
  • Height: 198 mm
  • Returnable: Y
  • Weight: 381 gr

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Weight 0.5 kg

20 reviews for Collecting the World

  1. Ayush Singh –

    I enjoyed learning about the history of collecting, but it wasn’t a page-turner. Good, but not great.

  2. Nidhi Singh –

    Not what I expected. I thought it would be more about the psychology of collecting, not just historical figures.

  3. Suraj Kumar –

    A worthwhile read if you’re interested in the history of collecting. It offers a unique perspective.

  4. Vivekanand Pandey –

    Capek’s ‘Collecting the World’ is a gem. Insightful, well-written, and thoroughly enjoyable. A must-read.

  5. Tushar Tukaram Magar –

    A bit dense, but worth the effort. You will need to read in bits. I learned a lot about the history of museums.

  6. Kamya Singh –

    This book is a delight for any collector or history lover. Capek’s insight is remarkable.

  7. Kaustub Ratan Pachoury –

    A beautifully written exploration of collecting. The writing is superb and I am intrigued to read other books written by the same author.

  8. Anurag Srivastava –

    Found it a bit rambling. There was no clear direction, and the writing was somewhat unclear. It needed to be more specific.

  9. Nirbhik Kumar Baid –

    Capek’s writing is wonderful and the content is very interesting. Highly recommended for bibliophiles.

  10. Gagan B N –

    I found it a little dull. It would only appeal to a niche group of people who love history.

  11. Lekshmi Sindhu –

    An absolute treasure! Capek’s passion for collecting is contagious. A must-read for all collectors.

  12. Adarsh Singh –

    Capek brings the world of collecting to life! I was captivated from beginning to end. Excellent.

  13. Preeti Rawat –

    Charming and insightful! A wonderful exploration of the human desire to collect and preserve.

  14. Aarav Katiyar –

    Interesting, but a bit dry at times. The sections on Sloane were the most engaging. Overall, a decent read for collectors.

  15. Shreya Chakraborty –

    A delightful read! Capek’s writing is charming, and the subject matter is fascinating. I learned a lot about Sir Hans Sloane.

  16. Renuka Sanjeev Bhure –

    A wonderful book for anyone interested in the history of museums and the joy of collecting! A solid

  17. Sidharth Kumar –

    Not bad, but not amazing. I think this book could have been shorter. Some parts dragged on.

  18. Parakh Agrawal –

    Some interesting tidbits, but the overall structure felt disjointed. It could have been organized better.

  19. Nipurn Mathur –

    Interesting concept, but the execution fell a bit flat. It lacked excitement.

  20. Tejas Ranjit Wankhade –

    I loved exploring the history of the British Museum! Capek’s passion for collecting shines through. Highly recommend it.

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