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Case Binding

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Definition: Case binding is the most common type of binding for hardcover books where pages, arranged in signatures, are sewn together and hard covers (cloth, vinyl, or leather cases) are attached.

Also Known As: edition binding, case bound

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Professional bookbinding options
A look at a variety of binding methods including case binding for books.
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