Amplified Edition of Novel Shows Multimedia Possibilities for Digital Text


Ken Follett’s novel “Pillars of the Earth” is being released today as an Amplified Edition, an interactive electronic book for Apple’s iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch. Videos and other content from the eight-hour Starz TV miniseries of Pillars are integrated within the digital text. More here from USA Today, including a video with highlights of the interactive features. The “Pillars of the Earth” app is available through the iTunes Store for $12.99. Updates to the app will occur as the Starz miniseries progresses.


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Dr. Andy Brovey, The Portable Prof, teaches about digital tools through his work, websites and social media. In 2007, Apple Inc. recognized his work and named him an Apple Distinguished Educator. He started this iPad Academy website shortly after the first iPad went on sale. On his Freelance Teaching site you'll find the resources you need to teach like a smart entrepreneur.