But are eBooks for you?
Pros: Does the thought of having a walking library sound appealing to you? E-books can hold hundreds of titles, so you can carry every major work of reference, a complete collection of classics you’ve always been meaning to read, and the entire current bestsellers list - all in one device, instead of a backbreaking knapsack. It’s easy to become spoiled by the convenience of browsing and downloading books instantly, via connected PC or the e-book itslef, some of which come equipped with built-in wireless connectivity.
Cons: Even some technophiles admit missing the pleasure of curling up with a nice hefty book, feeling the grain of paper while turning each page, and breathing in the rich smell of a well-loved tome. You also lose the cover, which can be works of art in themselves. As e-books gain popularity, the quality of cover art will decline, much like how digital media and MP3’s killed the art of album covers.
Pro/Con: Some people love the idea of a cozy room of bookshelves crammed to the ceiling with books, but tiny urban apartments meant that many simply don’t have the room to spare.
When it comes to determining if e-books are for you, among other factors such as cost, what you really need to consider is whether the content within books is more important to you than owning - and enjoying - the physical aspect of real books.
