Summary Paperblanks First Folio Shakespeare’s Library is an Ultra Flexis journal inspired by one of the most important books in English literature. This larger 7 x 9 inch journal is available with lined or blank pages and features an embossed softcover, 176 pages, 100 gsm paper, Smyth-sewn binding and an elastic band closure. Product Story The First Folio design is based on a historic binding of Shakespeare’s Mr. William Shakespeare’s Comedies, Histories, & Tragedies. First published in 1623, the First Folio preserved many plays that had not appeared in print before, including Macbeth, The Tempest and Twelfth Night. This reproduction is inspired by a copy held at the Folger Shakespeare Library in Washington, D.C., where more than one-third of the surviving First Folios are housed. The gold-tooled cover was created around 1800 by German bookbinder Christian Samuel Kalthoeber, giving this larger writing journal a strong connection to both Shakespeare’s literary legacy and the art of fine bookbinding. What makes this special? ✓ Larger writing format: The Ultra size gives you generous page space for journaling, notes, planning and longer writing sessions. ✓ First Folio inspiration: The design is based on a historic binding of Shakespeare’s 1623 First Folio, one of the most influential printed books in English literature. ✓ Choice of page style: Choose lined pages for writing or blank pages for sketching, diagrams and freeform notes. ✓ Flexible softcover: The Flexis cover and spine feel comfortable in hand while keeping the journal lighter than a traditional hardcover. ✓ Open-flat binding: Smyth-sewn binding helps the journal lay flat, giving you a smoother writing surface across the page. ✓ Useful finishing details: An elastic band closure, satin ribbon marker and back cover memento pouch make the journal practical for everyday use. Product Features Brand: Paperblanks Product Type: Flexis journal Design/Series: First Folio; Shakespeare’s Library Collection Cover: Flexible softcover with decorative printed cover paper Interior: Lined or blank Page Count: 176 pages Paper Weight: 100 gsm Paper Type: FSC-certified acid-free paper from sustainable forests Lines per Page: 25 on lined version Dimensions: 7 x 9 inches (180 x 230 mm) Binding: Smyth-sewn binding; opens flat Closure: Elastic band closure Ribbon Marker: 1 satin ribbon marker Pouch: Back cover memento pouch Sustainability: FSC-certified acid-free paper from sustainable forests EAN: Lined: 9781439793961; Blank: 9781439793978 Art Inspiration: Based on a gold-tooled First Folio binding created by Christian Samuel Kalthoeber around 1800; original held by the Folger Shakespeare Library in Washington, D.C.