[simonblack]

The printed word has stood the test of time. All you need is a pair of good eyes that can focus on that printing. No other resources necessary.

Paper (as books, brochures, newpapers) also beats a Kindle for longevity. The Kindle is good for convenience where weight is a factor.

I always give people a challenge: What would your life be like if there was no electricity for six months? Would you even still be alive at the end of those six months? One thing is for sure. That book you have would still be usable. Bars, television, movies, sports, social media: not so much.

[scombridae]

What would life be like if there was no electricity for six months?

My pacemaker would stop ticking, and I'd die. So no, I'm gonna go to as many bars, cinemas and video arcades as possible, and books can go suck it.