The Essay

Bibliomania Part 1

Monday 23 July 2007 23:00-23:15 (Radio 3)

Self-confessed bibliomaniac Ian Sansom explores the history and characteristics of the condition. First identified in 1809 by the Rev Thomas Frognall Dibdin, bibliomania has taken many forms - among them, Ian's obsession with the books no one else wants.

Duration:

15 minutes

The Essay

Episode and Playlist Information

• 6 Aug 07 Stones that Speak
• 2 Aug 07 Under the Influence
• 1 Aug 07 Under the Influence
• 30 Jul 07 Under the Influence
• 26 Jul 07 Bibliomania
• 24 Jul 07 Bibliomania
• 23 Jul 07 Bibliomania
• 19 Jul 07 Life...3/3
• 18 Jul 07 Life...
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