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2108554 9218964 PCTABS00017 An electronic book apparatus that comprises multiple pages (122) with printed information (126), visual signal means (125) for identifying the printed information in a sequentially organized manner, synchronized audio signal means (154) for describing and further identifying the information concurrently with the visual signal means, and switching means (127) for electronically controlling the generation and transmission of these signals when each particular page is opened for viewing. Each page of the electronic book includes a laminated sheet (124), on which the printed material is arranged, and an electronic backdrop (121) containing the visual signal means for display through the laminated sheet. Separaate intelligent electronic means (160) in the spine (140) and top portion (150) of the book, coupled to the switching means, activate the illuminating circuitry and a voice synthesizer (168) that are synchronized and sequenced to produce a concurrent visual and audio enhancement of the printed matter being viewed on the page. The apparatus controls the presentation in a predetermined seqence deemed appropriate to enhance comprehension of the material and, if desired, provide entertainment. In one embodiment of the invention, the user is provided at each page with alternative options to repeat certain sequences or continue through the book.
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