Print Books vs e-Books

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No doubt, digitization has taken over in most aspects of life. Instances of online transactions, e-learning, social life on the net, online stores are common now days. Then there are these easy-to-carry and light-weight e-book readers that promise to revolutionize your reading experience in such a way that it would push you over the edge to forget the old traditional methods. Few such gadgets are Kindle, Nook, Kobo. Now, what I’m going to write not only applies to the pre-mentioned devices but to all such appliances that are available in the retail stores.

                       It’s an undeniable fact that the market for the e-book readers is growing like a wild fire. They are ultra-light, easy to carry and have a plethora of customization options – like adjustment of brightness and font size. Besides, one could highlight a portion of text that he or she likes. You could have your very own e-library. And what not! Even the e-books are cheaper than the print books. They help curb deforestation! Yes. When you don’t print a book, you save paper; which in turn holds back the cutting of trees. Recent surveys show that e-books have already attracted the masses and these are most peoples’ first choice now-a-days.

              But then there are stereotypes, who still love to purchase print books rather than downloading e-books. Don’t panic! You are not alone. I also belong to your category. The experience that one gets while running your fingers on the crisp pages is amazing. To add to it, I even love the smell of the new books. They feel so awesome. To preserve the quality of these books could be challenging. But an avid lover could also achieve that feat.  I also have an experience with e-books. I had downloaded many of them; but have been able to read only two of them! Downloading seems easier. But reading, NOT!

                    It’s not that easy to comment on which is better. It solely depends on the reader. If, he/she is contented with the print version, he would go for it. Otherwise, it might be the time to knock the door of the ‘e’ version.

Good Luck. :)