A Turtleback book is the leading brand name for library binding.
A turtleback book refers to a reinforced hardcover binding that is durable and curved like a turtle's shell, providing extra protection to the book's pages. It is usually made of material like synthetic leather to enhance its longevity and sturdiness, making it ideal for libraries, schools, and frequent readers.
A turtleback book is a type of book format where the cover is made of a hard, durable material like plastic or laminated cardboard to make the book more sturdy and long-lasting. These books are commonly used in libraries and schools to withstand heavy use.
If you mean the kids book then sure, just check Amazon. http://www.amazon.com/Ballet-Turtleback-School-Library-Binding/dp/0808542508 Of course finding the original from the 30's is probably harder.
A book binding factory is called a bindery
Turtleback Books is an imprint of the publishing company Demco Media, based in Madison, Wisconsin. They specialize in publishing library-bound editions of popular books for schools and libraries.
Spiral binding should be more reliable than book-binding due to the fact that after a certain amount of times the book-binding starts to come apart while if treated properly the spiral bind will hold.
A binding machine binds a stack of papers into a book or booklet. There are many kinds of binding machines, from those that use a spiral binding like a notebook to those that use glue like a hardcover book.
Flexi binding or (Dutch binding) is a very popular book binding technique between a paperback and hardback binding. A flexibound book is a less expensive option than hardback binding, but offers a perceived higher value than a traditional paperback. A flexibound book is a book where the cover is made using Artcard Board with endpapers glued to the front and back of the book like a hardback bound book. This kind of book binding is almost similar to a hardback book but it does not use any inner board. The covers of the book are frequently made of art paper 210gsm or above. The book cover's may have a glossy or matt lamination applied and is bound with a round backed spine, which allows the book to lie flat.
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trade cloth binding or binding type: trade cloth is, simply put, a clothbound hard cover book.