[marincounty]

I was watching this tv show about Horder's. The older gentleman collected books. His place needed some cleaning, but his domicile was definitely livable, and didn't look like a health hazard.

Well, his well meaning kids, and Ph.D, along with the army of helpers barged into his home, and gave dad the ultimatum, "Throw out this junk!". He caved in--I think he was tired too? The only thing I really remember from the show was one phrase from this man. He said, "But, a lot of these are first editions?".

The production crew seemed baffled when the dumpster filled with these books would magically empty itself overnight. I recall them saying someting like, 'There's so many Horder's out there? What a travesty?". And the melodramatic music played in the background.

I guess it resonated with me because I collect first edition books?