In "Paraphernalia – The Curious Lives of Magical Things", Steven Connor examines the world of everyday objects, imbuing them with fresh meaning and exploring their hidden histories, cultural significance, and the subtle powers they exert on our lives. Connor's work is a fascinating meditation on the relationships between people and the things they use, collect, and sometimes revere. By looking through the lens of philosophy, anthropology, and personal anecdote, the book suggests that our material world is far more enchanted and strange than we might otherwise believe.

• Objects are never just objects:...
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