The Confessions of a Collector

In "The Confessions of a Collector," William Carew Hazlitt offers a captivating exploration of the world of book collecting, art, and antiquities through a series of reflective essays. With his lucid prose and a keenly analytical lens, Hazlitt deftly navigates the intricate motivations and emotional investments associated with the act of collecting. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century England...