The Secret Power of Objects
We knew about the power of the photographic image to unlock memories. Less well known is the secret power of things we hold dear.
Now Sherry Turkle, Professor of Social Studies of Science and Technology at Massachusetts Institute of Technology has written a book, “Evocative OBjects” , exploring this little known area.
In my own research for “The Lost Children of Craig-y-nos” I am struck by the wealth of photographs and memorabilia that I have amassed, all bringing with them stories.
These objects, faded, often damaged tiny photographs, autograph albums, locks of hair, postcards and even certificates act as keys to unlocking memories buried for half a century.
Turkle’s book is published later this month by MIT Press and I have placed an order with Amazon.
I look forward to reading it.
