What Is a Kindle Edition of a Book?
The advent of portable electronic devices designed for storing and reading books, such as Amazon's Kindle, has numerous implications for the world of print and paper. It reduces paper use, a pro for environmentalists, but a con for those in the paper industry. Throughout society, Kindle editions of books offer a glimpse into the future of consumption of the print medium.
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Definition
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A Kindle edition of a book is merely a book available for download on Amazon's product, Kindle. These books are still available in conventional print forms; the Kindle edition is simply an option for those who own this electronic device.
Function
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The Kindle was designed as a sort of iPod for books. The user could have access to a library of thousands of books contained in a slim, lightweight and portable device. Books can be purchased and downloaded quickly from almost any location, allowing readers on the go to keep up with literary trends.
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Significance
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The Kindle offers a unique spin on the ancient concept of reading a book. As of August 2010, it is growing in popularity, with the newest model already sold out prior to the release date, and is changing the way people view reading.
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