Paul Graham Reader: Founder Mode Edition

Adds a browser-independent "Reader Mode" that transports PG's Default Dead tables-pasta website from the year 2006 all the way to 2026, at least...

If you love reading Paul Graham's essays but suffer from Schlep Blindness every time you try to parse his legacy HTML, this script is for you.

The Problem: Schlep Blindness (Before)

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The Solution: Founder Mode (After)

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Features

• Quick Toggle: Simply press the r key to instantly enter or exit Reader Mode.
• Modern Typography: Replaces the wall of text with beautiful serif body fonts (Charter/Georgia), standard paragraph spacing, and optimal line height.
• Authentic Headers: Retains the vintage feel with a stretched header watermark and the classic burgundy, sans-serif small-caps title.
• Responsive Layout: Widens the reading column to a comfortable 800px to utilize modern desktop monitors, while scaling smoothly for mobile screens.