John B. Thompson, "Book Wars: The Digital Revolution in Publishing" (Polity, 2021)
New Books in Critical Theory
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The Proactive Measures and Battle over Ebook Pricing in Response to the Digital Revolution
This chapter explores proactive measures taken by publishers in response to the digital revolution in the publishing industry, including combating illicit file sharing and regaining control over ebook pricing from retailers. It also examines the differences between books and music as symbolic goods and the impact of technological change on different industries.
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