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This blog post from the New York Times discusses the growing trend of young people in Taipei, Taiwan spending their Saturday nights at bookstores instead of traditional nightlife spots. It highlights the Eslite Spectrum Bookstore, a 24-hour bookstore that has become a popular hangout spot for the youth in Taipei. The article explores the reasons behind this shift, including the desire for a quieter and more intellectual social environment, as well as a nostalgic appreciation for physical books in the digital age. It also touches on the cultural and societal factors that contribute to this trend. Overall, the article provides an interesting insight into the changing social scene in Taipei and the appeal of bookstores as alternative meeting places for young people.