Canterbury Journal

Canterbury Journal

The cover design of this splendid journal is a reproduction of a gold-tooled book binding created in London in 1701. The slanted lines at the top and bottom of the design are referred to as ''cottage roof style,'' a frequent element of English book bindings in the 17th and 18th centuries.<br><ul><li>A matte black background sets off tulips and other motifs which are illumined with iridescent red highlights.<li>Patterns of leaves and lacey accents are traced in gold foil.<li>Embossing adds dimensional detailing, while a ''hubbed'' spine treatment recalls tomes of old.<li>Gilded-gold page edging and an elegant ribbon bookmark round out the package.<li>160 lightly-lined writing pages provide plenty of space in which to write personal reflections or record favorite quotations or poems.<li>Acid-free, archival paper takes pen or pencil beautifully.<li>Complementary interior endsheets.<li>6-1/4 inches wide by 8-1/4 inches high.</ul>