I Absolutely Love Bookstores

I'Ll Never Be An E-Reader

By: bluecorvette61

Written on February 3rd, 2013

I'm all for the latest advances in technology, but those e-readers. I don't see what all the buzz is about. They don't have the smell of books, nor the space required to house thousands of books. Paper books have beautiful covers, that sometimes will entice the reader to further explore what's between those covers. Usually, on the back of a book, you'll find a synopsis of that particular book, thus giving you an indication if said book will interest you. Book stores smell great. Usually they have a coffee shop inside which has an inviting feel plus that beautiful smell. Long live book stores. It will be a sad day indeed when e-readers will replace all that. Sometimes I think technology has gone a little far.

By: bluecorvette61

Age: 61-65 , Female

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8 responses

JarredRay

I agree wholeheartedly, there is nothing better than the smell of books, new or old. I can't wrap my head around why someone would want a Ereader, it doesnt take the place of a book at least not for me. Though I mostly go to second hand book stores, it pains me to see perfectly good worn books go to waste sitting on a self, their worlds waiting to be discovered. I'm getting off topic lol but yeh Ereaders will never ever take the place of a book, if they do I'm retreating from humanity to live in the wild with my mini library ;)

Feb 13
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penpalwriter

I got a nook cause it was on sale. The next day I took it back. I just love the feeling of a book in my hand. And the smell. I love going to a book store, feels like I'm looking at my old friends. Just waiting for me to pick some out. I'm will never be and ereader

Feb 13
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Angelly

My kids are always telling me to get an e-reader. I always tell them no thanks, for many of the reasons stated. I also heard, & correct me if I wrong, that those gadgets take back the books you bought when it has reached it's limit. I would rather keep the books I have read in my den library.

Feb 13
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- bluecorvette61
  All good points and I agree wholeheartedly. There's something about holding on to old favourites, like "Goddess" by Anthony Summers. I bought that book in 1986. It's yellowed and dog eared now, but one that I'll never part with.
  
  Feb 13
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28mystery

Relaxing with a book at the end of a long day. Holding the book lovingly in one hand while turning over the pages with the other. Reading the synopsis at the back along with the list of other books by the same author. Recommendations for similar reads on the inside page of the cover. Sometimes dozing off. Compare this with staring at the monitor sitting uncomfortably, clutching the mouse or the keypad to scroll down..... Thank you for sharing.

Feb 12
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- bluecorvette61
  And thank you. A great comment. :0)
  
  Feb 12
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maltesemermaid

we are so much alike on this . . . I wrote a similar story some time ago . . . I LOVE everything about books . . . like you . . . the scent . . . the feeling and weight of it in your hand . . . that enticing cover . . . leafing through it's paper pages and that feeling of accomplishment with every page turned . . . but do not fear my friend . . . they will never get rid of bookstores . . . hard copies of information are always in need and you cannot get anymore hard copy then a book of and to reference . . . hail long live the books . . . 8D

Feb 3
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- bluecorvette61
  I can't see bookstores becoming obselete either, just like libraries. Thankfully, in this fast paced tech society we live in, we'll quite likely have the comfort and serenity of bookstores., not to be replaced by any other. Thanks for your comment AND calling me friend. :0)
  
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