Einbänden
Einbänden is the plural form of Einband and refers to bound volumes in the context of books. In publishing and library catalogs the term is used to describe editions that are issued as bound units, as opposed to unbound sheets, pamphlets, or loose issues. It is often contrasted with formats such as broschierte Ausgaben (paperbacks). When a work is published as a multi-volume set, each volume is typically bound, and the collection may be described as mehrbändig, with the binding understood as part of the complete edition.
The Einband encompasses the physical binding of the book, including the cover material, spine, and boards. Common
Condition and quality of the Einband are important for collectors and libraries, influencing value and handling.