Spending Time with the Material
4 days ago
- #Dungeons & Dragons
- #Digital vs Physical
- #Books
- Found 'The Making of Original Dungeons & Dragons' at a comic book store, a detailed archival book with early versions of the game.
- Spent hours engaging with the physical book, appreciating its tangible aspects like pencil edits and 1970s design.
- Reflected on the limitations of digital reading in providing the same level of engagement as physical books.
- Questioned whether advanced digital interfaces like the Vision Pro could replicate the physical book experience.
- Highlighted the unmatched value of books as information technology for deep engagement with material.
- Praised 'The Making of Dungeons & Dragons' as a fabulous publication, worth the high price for its archival courage.