Sammelpraktiken
Sammelpraktiken, also known as scavenging or scouring, is a survival strategy employed by individuals and groups during times of economic hardship, war, or other crises. This practice involves collecting and assembling various items, often of questionable value or durability, with the intention of selling them for a profit.
The origins of Sammelpraktiken date back to the early 20th century, during the Great Depression. With widespread
In Germany, during the post-WWII economic miracle, Sammelpraktiken emerged as a distinct phenomenon. Young people, often
Sammelpraktiken can be characterized by a mix of entrepreneurship, opportunism, and scrappiness. While some entrepreneurs have