Wow! I've been so busy since I returned, I can only reply now. Sorry for that.
Yes, upon reflectio, you are right. There's nothing mdoern about the collecting obsession, I've read reports of Romans busy with this pastime.
Certainly there's more money and more leisure time than ever before. But is that reason alone for the increase? Your analogy about hunting is pretty on target. I think the "game" aspect is vital. Tracking down things, sleuthing, deciding if they fit and can they be afforded allows us to hone daily interests in a highly personal manner.
Collecting Obsessions
Wow! I've been so busy since I returned, I can only reply now. Sorry for that.
Yes, upon reflectio, you are right. There's nothing mdoern about the collecting obsession, I've read reports of Romans busy with this pastime.
Certainly there's more money and more leisure time than ever before. But is that reason alone for the increase? Your analogy about hunting is pretty on target. I think the "game" aspect is vital. Tracking down things, sleuthing, deciding if they fit and can they be afforded allows us to hone daily interests in a highly personal manner.