Book Dictionary

The size of the typeface, usually measured in points (pt). For example, 12-point means a 12-point font. Printed books generally use point sizes between 10 and 12 points for the main text.

A type of book binding where the text block can be sewn or simply glued, and then covered by a printed cover made of triplex cardboard. Currently, it is the most common type of book binding in Brazil.

Any text that does not belong to the main body of the book.