Entity: BOOKS
Books encompass a wide range of written materials, from novels to textbooks, providing knowledge, entertainment, and inspiration to readers worldwide.
BOOKS
Etymology
The slang term 'book' meaning 'leave' or 'hurry' originated from the idea of leaving a base with permission, without any connotation of rapid exit. It has no connection to the word 'boogie'.
Definition
According to Merriam-Webster, a book is 'a set of written sheets of skin or paper or tablets of wood or ivory'. In modern terms, a book refers to a collection of written or printed sheets bound together, typically with a protective cover, containing information, stories, or ideas.
Historical Context
Books have a rich history dating back centuries, evolving from handwritten manuscripts to printed volumes, revolutionizing communication, education, and entertainment.
Cultural Significance
Books play a vital role in shaping cultures, preserving knowledge, fostering imagination, and sparking intellectual discourse. They are symbols of learning, creativity, and human achievement.
Related Concepts
- Physical Copy: Refers to a hardcover or paperback version of a book, not an ebook.
- Finished Copy/FC: The final published form of a book.
- PB: Paperback
- HC: Hardcover
- New Release: A book released recently
- Backlist: A book released in previous years
- OOP: Out of print, no longer being published.
See Also
A collection of written or printed sheets bound together, typically with a protective cover, containing information, stories, or ideas.