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michlmac
Oct 17, 2013
I waited a long time for this title to become available, only to find I cannot read it on the kindle which came with Windows 8. It can be read on Nook or on other devices, none of which do I own nor do I intend to purchase. At present, the NYPL does not allow the "return" of e-books.It will not be available to anyone else until the full 21-day checkout period expires. That is as ridiculous as it is unprofessional. It appears the NYPL has "partnered" with the publisher for this purpose. Its primary responsibility is to the reading public. The very least the NYPL could do is put a notice of required devices with such titles. I have written to them concerning this situation. I urge you to do the same. ADDENDUM: As soon as I posted the above, the following notice appeared as a pop-up (for shame!) on my screen: "Now you can read select eBooks from Simon & Schuster right in the web browser on your tablet, smartphone or desktop computer. No app required! Learn More ยป "Buy or Borrow and Read on the Web Reader" It was followed by a graphic I cannot reproduce here urging me to: READ NOW. Read on another device. BUY IT NOW And support your library. $7.99 These are the people who are promising wonders when they close down popular branches and, after sending many research volumes to be stored in New Jersey, giving us one central location whose most important feature appears to be views of the surrounding areas. I'm all for progress, but one must always be aware of the cost and be wary of those who offer it.