[muninn_]

> That's not very rational.

Don't need to be rational. Human beings aren't rational.

> That your feelings are hurt has no impact on how good or bad the book is.

It could be a great book, but if somebody is rude then (some are suggesting that the comment is tongue-in-cheek but meh) I don't really need to engage with that person. There are plenty of great books that cover this material so I would just suggest others to look elsewhere instead. Ultimately - I don't reward poor behavior. There are very few people who could make a significant enough contribution that I would give a pass on rude behavior towards others, particularly if they are condescending or mean for no reason.

I also found it peculiar that you would believe that my feelings would be hurt. Why would they be? I just found out about this particular book and have no emotional attachment to it, nor the author whatsoever. Maybe you're defensive because you believe the book is good and worthy of being read despite the author's rudeness? That would certainly better explain your need to attempt to attack my "rationality" and suggest that my "feelings were hurt" alongside posting a link that wasn't worth reading.

[fwdpropaganda]

> Don't need to be rational. Human beings aren't rational.

Some are more than others.

> Why would they be?

I don't know why they would be, but the fact that you say "that's so rude I'm not reading your book" is clear indication that they are.

> Maybe you're defensive because (blablabla)

What the hell are you talking about? I was just pointing out that you were letting your emotions interfering with making good decisions. I was doing this for your benefit. If you don't care about that fact, I don't either. Now, have a nice life!