In this case, the reader had purchased a Stephen King hardback, but wanted to read an e-version which was not available (because, presumably, the publisher wanted to cover the cost of editing and printing hardbacks before making a cheaper e-book version available).
So, the reader visited a pirate site.
I have to admit, I played Devil's Advocate on Richard Curtis's blog, because there were a few factors that were not explored by the ethicist.
My view is that if a reader is buying the hardback, they should receive a free DVD with their purchase of the hardback or else a complimentary link and Key to download the book from the publisher's site.
http://ereads.com/2010/04/ny-times-et...
In this case, the reader had purchased a Stephen King hardback, but wanted to read an e-version which was not available (because, presumably, the publisher wanted to cover the cost of editing and printing hardbacks before making a cheaper e-book version available).
So, the reader visited a pirate site.
I have to admit, I played Devil's Advocate on Richard Curtis's blog, because there were a few factors that were not explored by the ethicist.
My view is that if a reader is buying the hardback, they should receive a free DVD with their purchase of the hardback or else a complimentary link and Key to download the book from the publisher's site.
What do you think?