Bibliomania: A Bibliophile's Bibliomania

Bibliomania refers to an intense passion or obsession with collecting books, often to the point where it can become overwhelming or impractical. Bibliophiles, who love books for their content and beauty, may find their enthusiasm leads to excessive collecting, focusing more on acquisition than reading. This phenomenon can manifest in hoarding rare editions or vast quantities of books, sometimes at the expense of other aspects of life. While it often celebrates the joy of literature, bibliomania can blur the line between a healthy love for books and an obsessive compulsion.