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The crucial idea seems to be that people who buy physical copies shouldn't miss out.
Physical copies involve a commitment of space and physical ownership; hardcover editions frequently cost more than e-books as well. Additionally, some books (like biographies of artists that contain high-quality color reproductions) have dual-purpose content: straight text that can be read more comfortably on an e-reader, as well as beautifully printed artistic content that's perhaps best seen in physical form -- and certainly looks better on paper than in black and white e-ink.
Why shouldn't a reader get both versions, just as Amon Tobin's customers get mp3 versions to go with their vinyl and/or CDs?
The customer's made an investment, after all -- particularly when the book's an elaborate object.
Last edited by Prestidigitweeze; 10-01-2013 at 01:13 PM.
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