[Lazarus] English lazarus book available.

[michael.vancanneyt at wisa.be]

On Tue, 31 May 2011, Graeme Geldenhuys wrote:

> On 31/05/2011 09:05, michael.vancanneyt at wisa.be wrote:
>>
>> Well, there has been some debate about this. The plan was to have one, but
>> the German editor made objections to this, so now it is no longer sure what
>> will happen.
>
> Thanks for the info. It would be sad if there isn't going to be an ebook
> version. As I have told you in private, using the iPad on my desk as a
> reference book (instead of a pile of printed books) is pretty awesome. I
> have successfully converted my whole technical library of 30+ books to
> their digital versions, and my library includes the FPC documentation of
> course. Now I'm never without a book. The iPad screen size is also
> perfect for reading A4 (or A5) PDF books (without requiring zoom and
> scrolling).
>
> Just some of the eBook advantages:
> - All books can be loaded on one single device.
> - eBooks never go out of print
> - Saves (physical) space - on the bookshelf or on my desk.
> - eBooks are searchable
> - Cheaper to produce (no printing involved)
> - Good for the environment (no chopping down of trees)
> - Books stay in perfect condition, even after long usage
> - Quicker to purchase (no shipping required). Here in SA, books take
>  4-6 weeks for delivery when they come from the USA, UK or Europe.
> - Revised/Corrected versions are instantly available, and without
>  having old stock lying around.

The main argument contra - as I recall it - was that PDFs can be illegally
copied, and this was used to wipe away all the possible advantages.

But I do not exclude that it will still happen.

Michael.