Edition, Printing, Issue, and Copy: A Primer
Although two books might share the same title, author, and publisher, they might differ in…
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A Starter’s Guide to the Parts of a Book: Boards, Text Block, and Other Terms
Imagine you have placed a closed hardcover book on a desk in front of you,…
What the Title Page Can Tell You About a Book
If you open the book to the title page (ignoring the cover for the moment),…
How to Inspect a Book’s Physical Form Before Reading the Text
When picking up a book, try to refrain from turning to the first chapter immediately.…