- Published on
Books!
- Author
-
-
- Name
- Posts
- Posts
-
Passion
Books are my passion! Before I came to Spain, I spent a lifetime, acquiring an extensive collection of books, running into the thousands. Of course, selling up and moving was a huge step for both myself and my partner. We sent the majority of our possessions to auctions across the UK.
The hardest collection to dispose of, was naturally the books I had. Many of the items had deeply personal significance; many of them were gifts, others were passed to me, from friends, no longer with us!
The hardest collection to dispose of, was naturally the books I had. Many of the items had deeply personal significance; many of them were gifts, others were passed to me, from friends, no longer with us!
I was however, able to bring at least a small proportion of my collection. The most important items, the ones I held most dear and the books that were worth most to me. I do not intend to add to this collection now. The collecting of stuff, whatever it is, is over.
Spiritualism
Coupled with Chirology, is spiritualism. I have bought a few books on 'all things spiritual' with me. I have always had an interest in the spiritual arts and have read extensively on the subject.
From Tarot, to runes, face reading and wicca, I am stimulated by all of them. In all honesty, if one replaced spirituality with 'things that can't be explained' or the study of the ESOTERIC, one would have a more accurate word or meaning.
People always tend to dismiss things they can't understand, it helps them wrestle with their own fears!
From Tarot, to runes, face reading and wicca, I am stimulated by all of them. In all honesty, if one replaced spirituality with 'things that can't be explained' or the study of the ESOTERIC, one would have a more accurate word or meaning.
People always tend to dismiss things they can't understand, it helps them wrestle with their own fears!
Mrs Beeton
One of my most prized possessions is this original Mrs Beeton's. Now I have tried to cook several of the recipes from this publication. To be honest, finding most of the ingredients in the 21st century can be somewhat difficult, but really, this book isn't to be used.
Everything about it, just oozes quality and a time, long since gone. It is there, for me to observe only. Something I would never part with!
Everything about it, just oozes quality and a time, long since gone. It is there, for me to observe only. Something I would never part with!
Chirology
The biggest assemblage I brought with me, to Spain, is my aggregation of books on Palmistry, or as I prefer to call it, Chirology. I have studied this practice, in great detail, since 2002 and have collected books on the subject ever since.
These books are particularly important to me, as they got me through some terrible times. I was able to block out the painful experiences I had, through reading, on a subject, that always helped me see past the turmoil that was in front of my face!
These books are particularly important to me, as they got me through some terrible times. I was able to block out the painful experiences I had, through reading, on a subject, that always helped me see past the turmoil that was in front of my face!
Religion
Surprisingly, I also have books on religion. Not because I am religious, but because the meaning behind such thought intrigues me. I was religious in the past, would call myself an agnostic and appreciate the subject and all it stands for.
I don't only have 'The Bible', but I also have other books from other religions. If nothing else, the stories told in these ancient documents are enthralling and have as much relevance today as they did then, for very different reasons; I obviously don't believe a man should beat his wife and other such unholy things!
I don't only have 'The Bible', but I also have other books from other religions. If nothing else, the stories told in these ancient documents are enthralling and have as much relevance today as they did then, for very different reasons; I obviously don't believe a man should beat his wife and other such unholy things!
My First Crush!
Actually, probably not my first crush, but up there. My most prized book I have is one personally signed to me, from Jason Donovan. He even put a heart next to his signature, as the friend who got it for me, asked him to do. She told him how much I used to fancy him, back when he was in Neighbours. I think he quite liked the compliment really. She gave the book to me one Christmas.
Books will always play an important role in my life. As a collector and of course an ex book valuer, I know their relevance
Books will always play an important role in my life. As a collector and of course an ex book valuer, I know their relevance
and importance to people. The books that mean most, generally have no intrinsic value, which surprises most people. They may well be priceless to their owners and should always be brought for their meaning. The value is secondary, only relevant to those who invest in them.
The books I have with me now, will always be here, no matter where I live, they are a part of me and I am in each of them. More people should read these days, it does open the mind and imagination to new and wonderous visions, that help us escape the drudgery of everyday life! Always treat them with care. The history in the pages, the hands that turned each leaf and the smell that perpetuates every word, will tell a story of its own. Happy reading!
Peace and love, always!
The books I have with me now, will always be here, no matter where I live, they are a part of me and I am in each of them. More people should read these days, it does open the mind and imagination to new and wonderous visions, that help us escape the drudgery of everyday life! Always treat them with care. The history in the pages, the hands that turned each leaf and the smell that perpetuates every word, will tell a story of its own. Happy reading!
Peace and love, always!
0 Comments