This topic has made its rounds on the book blogs. So, that means it's a big deal, people.
And... I'm not sure how I feel about this whole futuristic machine thingy. Frankly, it makes me think of robots... and I don't like robots. [Has Terminator taught us nothing?]
But, there are some things that we need to consider. On one hand, I hate lugging my books around campus (damn you Norton Anthology!), so Kindle looks like a hottie in a mini-black dress in comparison. I also don't have money, so Google Books looks free, therefore awesome in comparison.
However, I can't forget that each book has its own feel with its own special pages. There is nothing more satisfying than turning a page and seeing your physical progress. Or putting the book down after reading it. It feels like such an accomplishment! [Yay literacy!]
I think my favorites Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell said it best: Ain't nothin' like the real thing.
And since they sing that phrase with such conviction and great harmony, I think I will stick with the real thing:
