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I’m not sure I really know how to handle this. Do I just read the latest version linked at the top of the page? Or is the one offered by this like somehow more
by Waterluvian 2y ago
I’m not sure I really know how to handle this. Do I just read the latest version linked at the top of the page? Or is the one offered by this like somehow more canonical or something? I’m not sure I’ve ever been faced with different versions of a fiction before. Just textbooks.
I really love thought pieces like this if you refrain from poking holes in the logic or physics. I love the idea of a multiverse where they’re all actually just identical so it’s mostly moot.
- bee_rider 2y agoCanon is just a construct invented to sell merchandise and keep out competitors. Enjoy whichever version of the story you’d like!
- Bluestein 2y agoEnjoy all. Several, in fact :)
- scbrg 2y ago> I’m not sure I’ve ever been faced with different versions of a fiction before. You probably have, but haven't thought of it like that. Ever seen a Director's Cut version of a movie? :-)
- Waterluvian 2y agoOh gosh it’s true. And that whole Star Wars thing. I guess I’ve just not yet faced it with print.
- LoganDark 2y ago> I guess I’ve just not yet faced it with print. Sure you have, if you've ever bought an Nth edition of a book (where N > 1). Editions aren't always just an artwork/formatting change, they sometimes contain changes to the text too.
- Andrews54757 2y agoI read both. They are both great but I like the original better. The new edition is accessible but I think the original's prose is beautiful.