"How much this book?"
I asked in Pidgin English as I picked up a copy of Morgan Housel's The Psychology of Money. I had spotted this roadside bookseller from afar, but sighting this book made me turn.
"1,500", he replied.
I asked in Pidgin English as I picked up a copy of Morgan Housel's The Psychology of Money. I had spotted this roadside bookseller from afar, but sighting this book made me turn.
"1,500", he replied.
"1,000 naira". I responded, dropping the book as I left his front and continued my journey. I sold books in my final year at the university so I knew the margins on bookselling. And also, I wasn't planning to get the book thus I was carefree.
In a negotiation, whoever cares less, wins. - Naval Ravikant (link)
About five steps away from his front, he called me back. I gave him the 1,000 naira note and he gave me the book.
I've been wanting to read that book for such a long time. Getting an ebook version didn't move me any closer to realising that desire. So, spotting the book, I felt, perhaps owning the hard copy could finally make me get into the book.
I started out with the introduction on the bus home. The entire concept of the book interestingly summarised. And I must say, compelling.
Quickly I could relate Morgan's thesis with my short journey in crypto so far.
I wonder though. What is it with you and physical booss? I remember you back in the 200WAD trying to get James Clear's Atomic Habits in physical form even though it was hard to find in Nigeria.
Doing the same for reading makes reading tiring.
Physical book is a good way to detach from the laptop or phone.