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Yes, they will coexist. Physical books will always exist just like film cameras and ham radio, for both nostalgia and timeless quality. Bookshelves have their virtual counterparts. Movies haven't killed books and video games haven't killed movies. Libraries may largely become museums.

Pure information like a book has to go the digital route--there are too many advantages, practically, economically, environmentally. And many would cite the lack of chrome and physical presence of a Kindle an aesthetic advantage over books.




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