How Traditional Hardback Books Are Made

In the age of digital mobile content, eBooks, apps, tablets and dynamic publishing, many of us still desire the company of a printed, hardbound book. We love our computerized gadgets, but we also yearn for the feeling that only a well-designed hardback book can provide. But, chances are, few of us understand how hardbound books are made. In this short, but mesmerizing video, you’ll see how the folks at Smith Settle bookbinders bring a hardback book to life.

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2 Responses to “How Traditional Hardback Books Are Made”

  1. avi June 19, 2012 at 1:59 am #

    So beautiful :)
    For 200 pp long books, though, the hard cover costs more than the print itself.

  2. Prof. Werner Rebsamen September 18, 2012 at 4:43 pm #

    Memories of the 1950′s technologies!

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