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Originally Posted by drypen
I've pirated ebooks. But only the ones that I had already bought (paperback or hardcover) And I never buy new. A couple of times I pirated an ebook based on someones recommendation and became a loyal fan, purchasing any and all new books as they became available. But again never new. I just can't afford them.
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Sorry, "
I just can't afford them" is not an excuse.
It might be if books were essential to survival, like, say, food. (E.g. My children were starving, I had no money, so I had to take that loaf of bread.)
What you are describing is more like being a used car owner. "I've always bought used; it's all I can afford. Usually Fords. My friend told me how awesome driving a Lexus is. So I stole one. I loved it. Now, the next time I need a new car (which I never do and still can't afford), I'll buy a Lexus."
This may seem like an absurd analogy, but it's really what the "I can't afford them" argument amounts to.
Sure, we all wish books were free or cheap. Many have made compelling arguments that BPHs are overpricing. This still does not justify piracy, IMO.