The Museum of Broken Relationships - Modern Love in 203 Everyday Objects by Olinka Vistica is a collection of items donated by those hurt by love. Each artefact is stunningly photographed and accompanied by a short story or explanation. Often including the location and duration of the relationship, they provide a rare glimpse into a person's heartbreak and lost love.
Every reader will be able to relate to the stories and I was touched by the emotionally charged personal accounts.
The collection includes a variety of heartbreaking, amusing, petty, bizarre and downright surprising contributions. It was hard to believe the donors could bear to part with some of the artefacts donated, while others were filled with cathartic cleansing. While many of the donors seemed ready to move on, others continue to carry their heartbreak.
I enjoyed reading the stories and was surprised how many came from short relationships (less than a year). Relationships with parents and children are also included and you can still donate to the collection if you want to.
I highly recommend The Museum of Broken Relationships. This is a well curated collection from a museum that now has galleries all over the world. For those of us who haven't visited one, this is the next best thing. For those who have, this makes the perfect memento.
My rating = *****
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How very interesting! Thanks! Cheers from Carole's Chatter
ReplyDeleteThanks Carole, it really was an interesting read and I enjoyed linking it to your Books Loved page.
ReplyDeleteLoved this collection and the stories behind the items left after a break up. Some were sad, some angry, some funny, but all were interesting. <3
ReplyDeleteI agree San Antonio, it's an eclectic and meaningful collection, isn't it?
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