An Edison phonograph, or “talking machine” as it was known in the late 1800s, is an early version of a record player. Thomas Edison invented it, and it was the first device to play recorded sound through a needle contacting a disc or cylinder. The device consists of a hand-cranked motor that powers a rotation […]

Fake antiques are becoming increasingly common as people try to pass off newly made items as valuable relics from the past. This beginner’s guide to spotting fake antiques will provide helpful tips and advice so you can make informed decisions when purchasing items for your collection. Know What To Look For When it comes to […]

As the French journalist Hervé Kempf noted, “Consume less; share better.” Every individual in modern society is a consumer of goods and services. In a world of over 7 billion people, that everyday consumption adds up to a plethora of items in circulation. Due to the rising need for sustainability, people have come to realize […]

Linguist Noam Chomsky once remarked that “language is a process of free creation.” The English language is no exception, as displayed through its fascinating eccentrics and complex intricacies. You’ll find a slew of terms out there that are relatable on paper yet not entirely interchangeable in context. This situation relates directly to adjectives used to […]

As author John Green remarks in Will Grayson, Will Grayson, “Some people have lives; some people have music.” For certain individuals, music is their life and this focus factors into their creative hobbies and pursuits. Collecting is one such activity that music enthusiasts are fond of around the world. The options are truly limitless, from […]