A Study on Shifting Perceived Value of E-books in Light of COVID-19 Pandemic

Abstract

The research study titled "A study on shifting perceived value of e-books in light of pandemics" aims in exploring the value of e-books among guardians and students. It also aims in understanding the changing behavior of students toward the purchase of e-books. It will also help in comprehending the future preference or trends linked with the format of books purchased. The research study will help the researcher in identifying the variations in everyday life initiated by the pandemic related to the books. Both primary and secondary research methods have been taken into consideration for the evaluation of the research data. Based on the collected data, the researcher has evaluated it and has presented research findings. Here the researcher has highlighted both the perspectives, the traditional books, and e-books. Traditional books tend to have an emotional value compared to e-books. Moreover, with the adoption of various applications of technology, E-books can be searched or accessed easily. E-books are preferred as they are more affordable than the printed copy version.