Book-collectors Quote by Vincent Starrett
““Man wants what he cannot have, or what is difficult to procure, or what he must wade through the blood of other men to get. So with collectors.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: Collectors' Psychology, 1935
People desire what is unattainable or difficult, driving the collector’s pursuit of rare items, even at great cost.
In simple terms: Desire for hard‑to‑get things fuels collecting.
Key Takeaway
Consider the cost of chasing elusive goals.
Themes
desire
collecting
human nature
Mood
cautious
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- antique hunting
- art acquisition
- stamp collecting
- investment
- personal ambition
Key Concepts
scarcity
motivation
risk
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives you to seek what is hard to obtain?
- Is the pursuit worth the potential sacrifice?
A Different Perspective
Such desire can lead to unethical behavior or wasteful spending.
