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Anyone else get annoyed at how easily paperbacks get damaged? I'm considering switching exclusively to hardbacks and ebooks.

>> No.2980404

>not reading paperbacks in a padded temperature controlled room
>2013

YGSIU

>> No.2980407
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Mine usually stay so nice.
When reading the Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy series, I really took the advice of, never going anywhere without your towel, to heart. I always wrap my books up before putting it in my bag. Also helps not to eat while reading

>> No.2980422

I take almost obsessively good care of them.
You can't even tell they've been read, even if I've read them multiple times.

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My books stay at home mostly, and I'm careful when handling them so they're generally in good condition. I don't mind lending them to friends, but some come back looking like shit. Makes you wonder what the fuck do people do with them, you know?

>> No.2980472

Paperbacks are more comfortable for me to read, hardbacks are often so bulky.

While damage such as bent covers or tears are dreadful, I find signs that a book has been read many times, such as a worn spine, charming. In much the same way, I find art supplies that have been put to good use quite charming.