hardback
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The Penguin Classics hardback is a lovely 853-page brick.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 25, 2026
“A small hardback is like a Labubu,” my co-worker Mann says.
From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026
"The production of hardback books has come a long way over the years. The boards for them are now much lighter," she added.
From BBC • May 24, 2026
To my astonishment, standing on its end, facing out, was an unsigned first edition hardback of John Irving’s 15th novel, “The Last Chairlift.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2026
Upon closer inspection, Danny noted that it was a hardback, the kind with a cloth cover.
From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova
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