Bookshelves

Looking at another person’s books is like looking into a corner of their mind. You could look at any of the lists of books I’ve made across the web, but there's nothing like the beloved imbroglio of home bookshelves.

So if you’re curious, I’d like to share with you some of my book collection. I photographed my shelves as-is. It’s incomplete—many of my books are in storage (a common New York plight), and of course over the years some of these books have been passed on to others.

For the most current set of photos, I should note that my book collection has merged with my partner’s, although I’ve left out shelves that are predominantly his... Is there anything more romantic than combining books?

Have a look around! If you have any questions (e.g., is that a flask?) or book recommendations, do get in touch.

—Robin
Sept. 2011, rev. Sept. 2013, rev. Jan. 2019