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Originally Posted by AlexBell
Thanks for all the responses; it seems that there are various opinions available.
But your comment, AnemicOak, makes me think of yet another facet to the discussion. If I expected the ebook to be read by people in the 19th century I would of course (as best I can) use the spelling, punctuation, and hyphenation that they were used to. But I am designing the ebooks for people in the 21st century. I certainly think the the books are worth reading and are enjoyable today.
I'm afraid I don't see a logical reason to use the spelling, punctuation, and hyphenation in fashion in the 19th century in a book intended to be read in the
21st century. Can anyone give me a rational reason why I should?
Perhaps I should mention that I have clearly stated that I have changed spelling, punctuation, and hyphenation in my 'Preface to this edition' in the ebooks I've done recently. I'm trying out different wordings.
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After the hoo-ha caused by your revelation of the fact that you changed words in an eBook and didn't say in the eBook's thread, I would think you would make sure any changes you've made are clearly documented and better yet, stop making these changes.