While information about the Kindle is always intrigueing
, what I found interesting and a bit confusing was the following:
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Many people will hate e-reading. The screen is only a tool, and not much more, and a poor substitute for the printed page. It has none of the satisfactions of the bound book. Conceivably, e-readers will actually promote the sale of hardback books as readers, delighted by what they have browsed on the Kindle, turn to a more lasting version for their libraries.
I understand the romance factor, but why would he consider the e-ink display a "poor substitute" for paper? What satisfaction is their in holding a "bound book"? I understand the allure of collecting hardbound books, antique books, etc., but is that actually the type of books to which he is referring?
