![]() ![]() Most library bindings do not have illustrated endpapers, but sometimes the endpapers from the original binding survive the rebinding process. The text block is almost always trimmed on all sides before being rebound, so library editions are shorter than the regular editions and are often different sizes from each other. In other cases, the text block is placed in a special library binding that has cover art unique to the library binding. Sometimes the cover art of the original book is removed and is either glued or laminated to the hardcover binding. Additionally, the library editions are much more scarce than the regular editions and are much more difficult to find.Ī library-bound hardcover edition is created from a regular edition when the text block is removed from the original binding and placed in the more durable library binding. In some cases, the library editions command a premium price, most particularly for the hardcover library bindings of Trixie Belden #17 and up since many collectors would prefer to have durable hardcover editions instead of the commonplace paperback editions. Many collectors scorn these editions and consider them worth less than the regular editions, but the library bindings do have a certain charm. The bindings vary from patterns that resemble wallpaper to a wide variety of colors, including both drab and bright colors. Most popular series books have been issued in hardcover library editions. Open the the book to the middle of a signature and you may be able to see the binding thread stitches.įor further information see the National Information Standards Organization ANSI/NISO/LBI Standard for Library Binding ANSI/NISO/LBI Z39.Library Editions - Overview Library Editions - Overview From lab notebooks for recording intellectual property, to log books for proving regulatory compliance, journals for conferences and sales meetings, and self published books and textbooks, nothing is better suited.įeatures: Look closely at the binding where the pages meet the spine and you can see the folds of the page signatures. User Friendly: Books with Smyth Sewn bindings lay completely flat, making them easier to read and write in. They are also a rock solid method for proving compliance with laws and regulations. Nothing supports a patent claim better than a physical, Smyth Sewn notebook with the inventor's hand written, dated notes with a witness signature. That is why Smyth Sewn notebooks are required by top research companies for documenting intellectual property for patent filings. You cannot remove a page from a book without destroying the integrity of the binding. For notebook and log book purposes, it is an essential characteristic because they are inherently tamper evident. Integrity: Smyth Sewn books are the hallmark of top quality books. Unsewn books can fall apart and lose pages ![]() ![]() The book block is further strengthened using flannel and adhesive on the spine. All of the signatures are likewise attached together with thread creating what is called the book block. Each signature is sewn individually with threads going through each page several times. Signatures are made by printing on large sheets and then folding into groups of pages, usually 16 or 24 at a time. Smyth Sewn bindings use thread to sew through folded signatures of a book. Textbooks and books for libraries are typically Smyth Sewn because they stand up to years of wear and tear. It is the hallmark of library quality, archival safe books because the pages are physically sewn into the book using binders thread and further reinforced with fabric backing and adhesive to create the most usable and durable books available. Features: How to recognize a section sewn book.Ĭonstruction: Smyth Sewn (also known as Section Sewn) book bindings are the highest quality book binding available on the market today.User Friendly: What other advantage does section sewing provide?. ![]()
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