The Man Who Built a Mile-Long Bookshelf: A Collector's Tale
2025-09-02
Richard Axe, a book collector, owns over 150,000 books, including a first edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone. His collection is so vast that he transformed his home into a library, relegating himself to a small two-bedroom cottage. The article details his journey, highlighting the value and history behind these rare books.