In 1439 the printing press was invented, making books common. Before that, there were scrolls and codices, but from what I understand, aside from religious texts books weren’t common.
Nowadays people who prefer to be alone have tons of modern hobbies like gaming, photography, crochet, biking, podcasts, the internet in general. So I just wanted to ask; if you prefer solitude, what hobby would you enjoy if you could live in any time before books were common? (with the assumption you had a comfortable life.)
The options I thought of were: collecting something, working out, writing, wood working, gardening, hiking, some instruments, and I’m sure there’s many more.
If I lived before books were common, I might enjoy indulging in hobbies such as collecting rare items, engaging in woodworking, exploring the art of gardening, or perhaps dedicating time to playing musical instruments. I could see myself finding solace in activities that allow for introspection and creativity, shaping my personal sanctuary in a world yet to be influenced by the widespread availability of books.