Ebooks vs Real books?

Question

I just wanted to ask which one you like better and why ?

Ebooks vs real books

Answer 1

I have no preference - each has its' advantages and disadvantages and I read both formats. In general, an ebook is cheaper than a hardcover, and sometimes cheaper than a paperback book. There are still plenty of places to find free content for ebooks, including the library and onlines sources like Amazon and Gutenburg Project. It is a great way to experience new and upcoming authors, as many offer their titles for under $2 and, in some cases, free. It is certainly a greener option, especially if you are one that will keep a completed book on a bookshelf or in a box or don't otherwise pass it along to someone else to read. And the ebooks are a little bit easier to read when travelling or eating - you only need one hand free and it is usually easier to click or swipe to the next page than flip a page. However, it is also nice to see a bookshelf full of your favorite authors and books and you do have the feel and smell of a book. Also, you don't need to ocassionally plug in a paper book. Sometimes, it will depend upon the environment I will be reading in. For travel and bedtime reading, I choose the ebook. If I have time to sit in a comfy chair, then a paper book would be preferred. And like another commenter, I also enjoy audio books, which is all I listen to when I am driving by myself. I'll pretty much take a book however I can get it - doesn't matter what format.

Answer 2

I prefer real books because they allow me to flick through them. I also think being able to actually feel the book that you hold in your hands adds to enjoyment of reading.

In addition to this, they also keep old-fashioned libraries and bookshops in business. If ebooks ever took over, these places would either have to change or go out of business, and some of them may be run by people who are either technophobic or too old-fashioned to easily learn about them.

Finally, there are probably a lot of great books out there that have not been turned into ebooks yet. Did you know that there is, or at least was, a rumour that the "Harry Potter" books are not on Kindle?

Answer 3

my preference is audio book on CD or DRM free mp3 like podiobooks and LibriVox



I like dead tree books more than ebooks



dead tree books take up a good deal of room and cost money to move long distances but can easily be loaned can read another in the collection when someone is reading one.



ebooks are cheap to move and indie authors can sell licence to ebook for under $5 that would cost over $25 for a short run on dead tree book

ebooks give near instant access to most books in Public Domain through Project Gutenberg



the biggest downside of ebooks is you licence them more than you own them like dead tree books



I do not think either is better but both have advantages and dis advantages



Dead Tree Books more likely to survive the zombie Apocalypse and maybe we should have stayed with stone tablets or scrolls

Answer 4

Whatever works for you. Ebooks are more ecological and take up less space. A lot of classics can be purchased cheaply at used book stores, or they can be borrowed free at libraries. If you like to make notes in a book (for a class, for instance) the print book is more convenient.

Answer 5

I prefer real books, but I have the smallest bedroom in the house and my gaming equipment takes up most of the room, so I have to limit what 'real books' I purchase. So for me, Ebooks make it easier for me to have lots of books without needing space for it.

Answer 6

I'm kind of stuck on this question.

I like reading real books but I like reading E-books too.

Especially,E-books tend to win when it comes up against hardcovers. No bookwrist.Definitely a plus.

But a book is still a book..I like the feel,the smell,etc. I'd be very very sad if paper books became extinct.

Answer 7

The main thing is that from which you understand or which gives you benefits of studing most from Ebooks or real books. both have their equal important both give knowledge but matter is that which is more sutaible for you.

Answer 8

I think real books cause reading off an electronic device isn't that good for u. Also there's places like the old fashioned ones called the library where ppl can get books for free!!! Lol

Answer 9

Real Books 100%. When I'm reading, I need a actual book in my hand, I love the smell, the touch, I like BOOKS.

Answer 10

Watching tv is simpler but I enjoy reading catalogs more

Answer 11

Reading the book instead of viewing the movie is the best way to see what the writer supposed. Reading uses your imagination, hones your reading skills, and can better your vocabulary

Answer 12

Real books. Nothing can compare to real books.

Answer 13

Real books had an E-Reader did not get on with it.

Answer 14

I prefer audiobooks, actually.



At the end of the day, the content is what matters most, not the method of delivery.

Answer 15

Both are great, both!!