The Curse of Dimness is a term used to describe the decline of brick-and-mortar bookstores in the face of online retailers like Amazon. This curse has affected various bookstore chains, including the popular retailer Barnes & Noble. Barnes & Noble was once a dominant force in the book industry, with its large stores and extensive selection of books attracting avid readers from all walks of life. However, with the advent of e-books and the rise of online shopping, the company has struggled to keep up with changing consumer preferences. One of the main challenges faced by Barnes & Noble is the shift towards digital reading. Many readers now prefer e-books, which can be quickly and conveniently downloaded to their devices.
The Witch Flounder is native to the North Atlantic Ocean, from Norway and Russia to America. It prefers muddy sea floors in deep water. It is a benthic fish because it lives on the bottom of the ocean.
They are found on the bottoms of oceans around the world, with some species, such as the Atlantic halibut, Hippoglossus hippoglossus , being found down to 2,000 m 6,600 ft. They include many important commercially fished species, including not only the various fish called flounders, but also the European plaice, the halibuts, the lemon sole, the common dab, the Pacific Dover sole, and the flukes.
Many readers now prefer e-books, which can be quickly and conveniently downloaded to their devices. This has led to a decline in physical book sales, impacting Barnes & Noble's bottom line. In addition to the rise of e-books, Amazon's dominance in the online retail space has also posed a significant threat to Barnes & Noble.
Witch
Glyptocephalus cynoglossus (Witch) is a species of ray-finned fishes in the family righteye flounders. Individuals can grow to 60.0 cm. They have sexual reproduction .
- URI:http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/GO_0019953
- Definition: Capable of creating a new organism by combining the genetic material of two gametes, which may come from two parent organisms or from a single organism, in the case of self-fertilizing hermaphrodites.
EOL has data for 28 attributes, including:
body length
- URI:http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/CMO_0000013
- Definition: A measurement of the longest dimension of a body, typically between two distinct ends of the body.
- Attribution:[database_cross_reference: Dorland:Dorlands_Illustrated_Medical_Dictionary--31st_Ed] [database_cross_reference: ISBN:978-1416049982]
345 mm
cellularity
- URI:http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/PATO_0001992
- Definition: An organismal quality inhering in a bearer by virtue of the bearers consisting cells. [ PATOC:GVG ]
multicellular
- URI:http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/PATO_0001993
- Definition: A cellularity quality inhering in a bearer by virtue of the bearers consisting of more than one cell. [ PATOC:GVG ]
eats
- URI:http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/RO_0002470
geographic distribution includes
- URI:http://eol.org/schema/terms/Present
- Definition: This organism is known to be present in this location or region. Not exclusive; other regions may also be reported.
Western Atlantic
- URI:http://marineregions.org/mrgid/5165
habitat
- URI:http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/RO_0002303
- Definition: x has habitat y if: x is an organism, y is a habitat, and y can sustain and allow the growth of a population of x
clay
- URI:http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/ENVO_00002982
- Definition: A group of hydrous aluminium phyllosilicate (phyllosilicates being a subgroup of silicate minerals) minerals (see clay minerals), that are typically less than 2micrometres in diameter. Clay consists of a variety of phyllosilicate minerals rich in silicon and aluminium oxides and hydroxides which include variable amounts of structural water.
life span
- URI:http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/PATO_0000050
- Definition: A time quality inhering in a bearer by virtue of the bearer's expected maximum age.
- Comment: Ontology Description: http://obofoundry.org/wiki/index.php/PATO:Main_Page Ontology Source: http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/pato.owl
25 years
reproduction
- URI:http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/GO_0000003
- Definition: The production of new individuals that contain some portion of genetic material inherited from one or more parent organisms
sexual reproduction
- URI:http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/GO_0019953
- Definition: Capable of creating a new organism by combining the genetic material of two gametes, which may come from two parent organisms or from a single organism, in the case of self-fertilizing hermaphrodites.
type specimen repository
- URI:http://eol.org/schema/terms/TypeSpecimenRepository
- Definition: The institution that holds a type specimen for a given species. The recommended best practice is to use the identifier in a collections registry such as the Biodiversity Collections Index (http://www.biodiversitycollectionsindex.org/).
NHMUK
used for
- URI:http://eol.org/schema/terms/Uses
- Definition: The uses of the organism or products derived from the organism.
food
- URI:https://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q2095
- Definition: any substance consumed to provide nutritional support for the body
visual system
- URI:http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/UBERON_0002104
- Definition: The sensory system subserving the sense of vision.
lens eyes
- URI:https://eol.org/schema/terms/lens_eyes
- Definition: Relative to pinhole eyes, lens eyes have greatly improved resolution and image brightness. The lens converges incoming rays of light, thereby reducing the angle over which each photoreceptor receives light, and forming an image focused on the retina. Most lens eyes have "accommodation"; they can focus an image either by physically moving the lens toward or away from the retina or by using eye muscles to adjust the shape of the lens.
- Attribution:https://www.britannica.com/science/photoreception/Single-chambered-eyes#ref278819
weight
- URI:http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/PATO_0000128
- Definition: A physical quality inhering in a bearer that has mass near a gravitational body.
- Comment: Ontology Description: http://bioportal.bioontology.org/ontologies/PATO Ontology Source: http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/pato.owl
1375 g
wet body mass
- URI:http://eol.org/schema/terms/bodyMassWet
- Definition: Mass of one individual of this taxon, living or fresh, without desiccation
body length
Amazon offers a wide range of books at competitive prices, often with free and fast shipping. This convenience and affordability have lured many customers away from traditional brick-and-mortar stores like Barnes & Noble. In an attempt to adapt to the changing landscape, Barnes & Noble has tried various strategies to stay relevant. These include expanding its inventory to include toys, gifts, and other non-book items, as well as adding cafes to its stores to create a more welcoming and social atmosphere. However, these efforts have not been enough to reverse the decline. The Curse of Dimness is a reminder of the challenges faced by traditional bookstores in the digital age. While some independent bookstores have managed to thrive by offering unique experiences and personalized service, larger chains like Barnes & Noble have struggled to find a winning formula. Despite the challenges, there is still hope for Barnes & Noble. The company has a loyal customer base and a strong brand, and it is adapting to the digital age by offering its own e-reader, the Nook. Additionally, the growing popularity of audiobooks and the resurgence of independent bookstores offer potential opportunities for Barnes & Noble to regain its footing. Overall, the Curse of Dimness has cast a shadow over Barnes & Noble, forcing the company to confront the changing landscape of the book industry. However, with innovation and a focus on customer needs, there is still a glimmer of hope for this once-mighty bookseller to overcome its challenges and thrive in the digital age..
Reviews for "Needles and Kernan: The Curse of Dimness and Barnes and Noble's Struggle"
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