You would be surprised at what is classed as a collectable today: scent bottles, soap tins, film posters and autographs, toys, corkscrews and picnic sets. Renowned expert Judith Miller along with Dorling Kindersley present a handy, full-colour catalogue of today's collectables. Accompanied by a short description, date and price, each section also includes a short guide of what to look out for, brief biographies of designers and where to find out more. From modern first edition books to 1950s cookware, 1970s platforms to Art Deco ceramics, you are sure to spot something recognisable from your parents' or grandparents' homes. And ending on a look at today's future collectables, it gives a good clue as to what to hang on to now rather than chucking out or taking it to the charity shop. - Lucy Watson
