i only have hte original version (hardback - very heavy), but i loved it. i loved it so much i am almost constantly considering buying the new paperback edition with the extra bit at the end - which i don't think will be so heavy, and could fit in your bag. on the other hand - there's always marketplace (even if you want the paperback new edition there are dealers on the english marketplace who say they ship from america... so might be bargained with).

this is a lot of comment. again. i'm sure i'll slack off soon...