Synopsis
How a book comes to life, from cover to spine, with hands-on craft and precision.
This guide walks you through the traditional, step-by-step process of making a book. It covers cutting, folding, sewing, gilding, and binding, highlighting the precision and care that go into each stage. You’ll see how materials like leather, cloth, and paper are prepared, shaped, and finished to produce a sturdy, lasting volume.
- Learn how sheets are printed, folded into sections, and organized for sewing
- Discover how edges are gilded and how flexible glue and cloth strengthen the back
- See how cases and covers are built, glued, and fitted around the book’s body
- Understand the role of machines and handwork in the final shaping and polishing
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