I hesitated on buying a kindle when the first generation came out, and continued to drag my feet until a week ago when I saw the kindle 2 available online. I was worried it wouldn’t be the same as reading a real book, and therefore would fall into disuse. After moving again and carrying heavy loads of books, and because I get really upset about wrinkled covers and torn pages, I finally decided to buy the new generation of the device. I am extremely happy I did. I have read more in the last week than I have in years, and I am surprised how extensive the library is. Being able to get my books without going to a book store and when I want to read them is also a plus. The screen really looks like a page straight from a book, and I am also happy there is no back light on the screen, my eyes hurt from staring at an LCD screen in the dark too long and it isn’t good for my vision. I am very pleased with this device, and I’m trying to convince all of my friends and family to order one.