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Octavo

usgb/ɑːkˈteɪvəʊ,ɑːkˈtɑːvəʊ/Volume
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Book Sizes

There are different book sizes; 'octavo' is a medium-sized book, suitable for everyday use.

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The bookstore offers the novel in octavo, which fits perfectly in my backpack.
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Print History

'Octavo' also implies a traditional printing technique not commonly used in modern digital printing.

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The vintage octavo editions at the auction were prized for their old-world charm.
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Collectible Items

Octavo books can be desirable collectibles due to their often unique binding and size.

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I collect octavo editions of classic literature because they're beautiful and historic.
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