Interesting. I tend to ignore consumer reviews, largely due to the plethora of "great book, loved it" useless. I download samples, which I find enables me (usually) to get an idea of the quality of the work. but that doesn't address your point of the instructive aspect.
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After all, the authority of those who don't wish to learn is often a hindrance to everyone else.
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Sad, but probably true