> At which point you'll probably be less than $20 short
> of just buying the softcover and having it for
> yourself.

Considerably less, since Bettie is offering 20% off on nearly all purchases made by the end of the month, which drops the price of the book to less than $20 (plus shipping), if my math is correct (and if it's not, I'm sure you'll let me know :-)).

Personally, I wouldn't dream of not having both the paperback and hardbound editions of the book. My hardbound edition stays pristine in its plastic wrapper, while the paperback is highlighted, dog-eared, has notes written in the margins, and is subjected to various other indignities.

In addition, the paperback edition takes up less room in my suitcase when I'm on the road.