I believe one of the problems with digitally minded brains tackling books is opportunity cost. In a blog post, a tweet, or email I can quickly decide if it's w

I believe one of the problems with digitally minded brains tackling books is opportunity cost. In a blog post, a tweet, or email I can quickly decide if it's worth my time -- does it pique interest, make me feel more connected to the world. With a book, the investment of time and energy is much greater for an uncertain (but perhaps marvelously more meaningful) payoff.