Do you buy physical books you have already read?
For example; I have read a book named “The Words We Keep” digitally. I loved it, it really resonated with me because it’s about something - I personally have and struggle with as well.
Thinking to buy the book physically but feel like, I can’t justify it due to the fact that I’ve already read it.
I don’t really re-read books either.
I don’t really read books digitally (my poor eyes now I’m in my 30s…) or listen to audio books. However, I do have multiple copies of the same book. I have four editions of The Hobbit, for example.
This is something I find interesting because it brings up the question: are books art in their own right, not simply a format for the story? My answer is YES! I love the look and feel of my Folio society edition, I love the smell and memories of my grandfather’s worn copy, I love the annotations in the second hand copy I got from a closing down sale (like the last reader was sharing the experience with me). And I love having a copy I’m willing to give/lend to friends and family that won’t break my heart if it’s lost.
I only buy books I have already read. Keeps the pocketbook full and my library is only stuff I love.
I don’t generally, but I’ve often wanted to buy some as ornaments. I’ve also bought one to support the author after reading the book online.
I do now cause i want to read them to my kids or have them on the shelf if they want to read them one day… i’ve never thought i would want to re read a book but I just finished up The Wheel of Time and am looking forward to reading it all again in 5-10 years.
Yes, especially books I want to lend to friends because I thought they deserved attention.
