Sometimes it's a form of research (a rare copy may have unique inscriptions or other details) but often it's a form of art collection. If you live anywhere ne

Sometimes it's a form of research (a rare copy may have unique inscriptions or other details) but often it's a form of art collection. If you live anywhere near an antiquarian book fair (NY or CA are the ones I know) I'd highly encourage you to check it out. The books on display are absolutely stunning in both their physical beauty and the way they connect us to the past. https://www.nyantiquarianbookfair.com/ https://www.nyantiquarianbookfair.com/