I recently borrowed the Netanyahus from my local library (Aussie McPherson Group printing of the Fitzcarraldo edition) and have found the form factor irritating. I have rather large hands and so with the odd ‘tall’ form factor of this paperback I find myself covering words with my thumbs because of the slim margins. Not to mention, the big space at the bottom of the page. I feel as if books are almost better designed for ereaders these days than for print. (On a side note, does anyone know if there’s an intention behind this? Does it represent some famous text or something?)
So, are there certain form factors or ways of printing that you find frustrating to read? Can you nail down a commonality with certain publishing houses?
oh man, I totally get what you mean. I hate it when the margins are too slim and you end up covering words with your thumbs. It’s so annoying. I feel like some publishing houses prioritize aesthetics over practicality. I definitely prefer reading on my e-reader for this reason.