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Originally Posted by Sirtel
Funny how people differ. I find paper books quite unpleasant to read since I got my first eink reader almost 10 years ago. They're heavier, uncomfortable to hold, turning pages is more difficult, the contrast is generally poorer (to my eyes anyway) and you cannot search them. What's to like there?  |
I do get your other points, but the contrast and definition should be objectively higher on a paper book. Not that it necessarily would make it more pleasant to read - that's just a question of taste.
If you prefer e-books, then all the easier for you! It's people like me that's going to have a hard time, manually building up a library and hauling it with us every time we move
It's not only the reading experience that appeals to me with paper books, but also seeing them on the shelf. Sitting on the sofa with a couple of paper books on the ready on a small reading table, looking over at the bookshelf at the multicoloured collection of wonderfully designed book spines. Sipping some tea or coffee in anticipation of opening up a book. It feels more organic, more alive!
On the other hand, I do appreciate reading on an e-reader, too. It has some benefits over physical books. It's just different. And I prefer the paper experience.
Luckily, I can choose both!