There is a statement that electronic books will replace traditional ones in the future due to their convenient accessibility. I partially agree with the statement. While the number of printed books will decrease significantly, some readers are accustomed to the feeling and smell of paper, which the online ones cannot offer. Therefore, traditional books will not completely disappear in the future.
On one hand, online books can be accessed through the internet, which is accessible to every person; authors sell their writing through digital platforms and news agencies post news articles online. This results in the frequent and effortless exposure to reading materials for readers. To illustrate this, people can purchase their desired books without leaving their homes, just turn on their phone and purchase them, which is more convenient than going to a mall for a single book. Thus, certain readers preferdigital reading to the traditional books.
On the other hand, the feeling and smell of paper are ones of the distinctive characteristics of the traditional version, which are widely appreciated by the public. To elaborate, the sensory experience of paper connects the readers more strongly than the online version does. Thus, the same moods and emotions will return when they re-read the same books. Consequently, those who prefer the sensations they get from the original and traditional books will continue to purchase printed versions.
In conclusion, it is undeniable that the number of printed books will decrease significantly, but their existence will not completely disappear in the future. The online books provide convenience and easy accessibility, but the printed books provide the sensory ecperiences to their readers.