They're "vandalizing" their own book. It's not our book. It's theirs to do with as they please. You're allowed to rewrite your own books, too--and even leave t

They're "vandalizing" their own book. It's not our book. It's theirs to do with as they please. You're allowed to rewrite your own books, too--and even leave the same title on them. At least in the US, the government isn't allowed to stop you. The publisher's reasons are certainly straightforward: 1. Generate controversy/awareness to make more money. 2. Get last-minute books sales of the "old" version to make more money. 3. Get new book sales of the "new" version to make more money.