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In reply to the discussion: how many du members read physical books in this day and age? [View all]zeusdogmom
(992 posts)91. The younger cousins probably enjoyed them very much
But it was a loss of a dream for you.
I have found the inexpensive paperback books do not age well in storage. The pulp paper used in the paperbacks is high in acid, turns yellow and brittle. The Little House on the Prairie books looked pretty sad and not very appealing to anyone. Some precious hardback books did better. Decided a trip to the local childrens bookstore was necessary. So many good kids books out there despite what the RWNJ say.
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i have a book light but i find the east of reading a kindle to be just great. I get many of my book
Trueblue1968
May 2022
#75
I do. I read so much on screens otherwise that I do not want to read books that way.
highplainsdem
May 2022
#14
I prefer books but use my Kindle .... because I live outside the U.S. LOVE BOOKS!!
secondwind
May 2022
#16
dont feel too bad. i accidently hit a button or delete complety. thanks for you thoughts .
AllaN01Bear
May 2022
#52
I love books. I've written a few, but I only buy specific hardcover books to add to my library.
Joinfortmill
May 2022
#29
I read the first book of a trilogy on Kindle, but then ordered the boxed set...
Binkie The Clown
May 2022
#31
I suppose eBooks are good for disposable commodity literature and technical manuals ...
eppur_se_muova
May 2022
#45
Not as often as I'd like, but I prefer reading physical books and likewise find things faster
hlthe2b
May 2022
#47
I do. Prefer them unless the ebook is the only one available from the library
question everything
May 2022
#69
I decided about seven years ago to buy new releases of books for the first time in my life
betsuni
May 2022
#80
i am a dyslexic reader. and since i started doing estate sales i have found so many good OLD books.
pansypoo53219
May 2022
#85
Our house would collapse if we added any more physical books to our home library.
hunter
May 2022
#86
If they want my books, they'll have to pry them from my cold, dead hands. n/t
malthaussen
May 2022
#87