Electronic vs in person discussion

Since I floated the idea of the reading group, a couple of people have suggested an online version - host an online chat, so more people (who don't make all events, or the events I'm suggesting) can take part.

My response is in a couple of parts:

For me, the fun is in the in-person discussion. I want to chat about the book over a drink, with my fellow event goers.

I've been part of online discussion groups on assorted topics for years; they're hugely valuable, but not the same as sitting down with a circle of people. So this (the sitting with human beings) is what I'll be doing first.

I spend my working day in front of a computer screen, so in my free time I try to do other activities.

However: I am not the single font of all knowledge on this project - far from it.

• If you want to organise a discussion group about mirrors for princes at an event close to you - please, go forth and make it happen. It takes only two or three people to start the dicussion rolling. Even 'organise' is a strong word - just tell folks you'll be sitting with your book, and your drink, at X time at Y event, and see who turns up!
• If you want to set up an online chat about mirrors for princes - please, do so.

My own approach does not have to define yours!

Frankly, I'd be overjoyed if my interest in reading and talking about medieval books sparked, and spread to other  people, using formats they enjoy. What could be cooler?

SO: I'll be at the events named, and will report back on the discussion. If other groups meet, in any venue, please rest assured I'll be delighted to hear of it.