I feel like a hypocrite. Like somebody who has sworn to one point of view, and now it’s changing midstream.
I have been given a Kindle and I am embarrassed to say that I have bought books online, and am planning to use it.
Yes I know that I’ve said that touching a computer is like wearing polyester. But the thought of traveling for many weeks through Africa and the Orient, lugging five big, thick books that will add to my overweight and sore lower back is more than an old dog can bare.
So, kicking, screaming, crying, growling, protesting and annoyed, I have taken my first step into computerville. And to all you other old codgers out there who have also sworn not to touch any form of a computer, I apologize.
Please forgive me.
BTW, The books that I’ve bought so far are:
The Murder of King Tut: The Plot to Kill the Child King – a Nonfiction Thriller by James Patterson & Martin Dugard
Master of Shadows: The Secret Diplomatic Career of the Painter Peter Paul Rubens by Mark Lamster
Redeeming Features by Nicholas Haslam
#1 by Valerie Wills on November 20, 2009 - 3:14 pm
WOW – I’ve seem people with those things and wondered what they were. Now I know! Enjoy your trip.
BTW, San Francisco has a Tut exhibition at the de Young… it’s fabulous.
#2 by m elissa lee on November 21, 2009 - 7:27 pm
Dear vicente,
I have no idea what a Kindle is?
I do remember once flying from New Mexico into Palm Beach and lugging a 20 pound book on Native Americans that I found at a used book store onto the plane and having my friend giggle the whole trip because of it’s weight and might I add 10 x 12 size off and on the plane!!!!!
But it was such a joy to have and read regardless of the size!!!
xxoo
Melissa
#3 by Heather on November 22, 2009 - 3:00 am
Everyone is swearing by them…Charlotte Moss says she cannot live without it now. Living here in Phuket I haven’t yet had a friend bring me one but it is in the cards!
#4 by Meggan on November 23, 2009 - 3:34 am
Vicente -
My husband and I are traveling around the world for 16 months (currently in our 8th month) and I also purchased a kindle for the same reason to reduce weight. I have to say it has been one of my best decisions. I know the new kindle has an international connection now but if you can’t get service you can download a book to your laptop and then transfer it to your kindle. This was helpful in remote parts of India and SE Asia. Have a fun trip. I always enjoy following your eclectic style. Can’t wait to see what you find!
Thank you – Meggan
#5 by Sonya C. on November 23, 2009 - 11:00 pm
If someone gave me one, I’d be quite happy to use it! I love my real books, but I am also attracted to the idea of the Kindle.
#6 by Paola on December 3, 2009 - 5:30 pm
Ah the kindle, though I’m similar to you in my aversion to technology (i.e. I have a blackberry but it has no internet connection) – I must say, I’m envious, the kindle is so perfect for holidays away. Though when back in the city, there’s nothing like holding a real book, turning a page, and seeing words on paper. Also, I’m so glad to see you’re posting regularly these days – I’m a huge admirer of your work & it’s great to see such an establish designer willing to share his wealth of knowledge. Thanks