Ebooks making libraries popular again, can do nothing about your...

Courtesy Engadget  Tue, 10/27/2009 - 06:10

A few forward-thinking libraries in the UK have started offering ebook downloads as an alternative to borrowing physical copies of books, and the local public's reaction has been one of overwhelming enthusiasm.

Seemingly attracted by the idea of being able to collect and return books without having to actually attend the library, Brits have been eagerly joining up to the new scheme.

Free downloads that last for 14 days before self-deleting can be had either in...

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