Paperblanks 2027 The Orchard Mini Hardback Diary – Week-to-View with Notes (Verso)

Plan the year ahead in style with this 2027 The Orchard mini hardback diary from Paperblanks, running from January to December 2027 in a week-to-view verso layout, with the whole week on the left-hand page and a lined notes page facing it.

This design is inspired by a 17th-century binding that originally housed the Bustan (known in English as The Orchard) by Persian poet Saadi. Written entirely in verse, the stories are rich in moral thought. The intricate botanical patterns of this design beautifully reflect the fruits of Saadi’s wisdom.

The Story Behind the Design

Poets of Persia’s Golden Age created one of the world’s most important bodies of literature. The rich poetic scenes, alive with moral thought and practical wisdom, influenced generations of writers across the globe. The beauty of the prose was paralleled by the masterfully intricate bindings that held the works from this treasured literary era.

This design is inspired by a 17th-century binding that originally housed the Bustan, a pivotal work by Persian author Saadi Shīrāzī (1210–1291). Born in Shiraz, Iran, he was known by his pen name Saadi and nicknamed “The Master of Speech” among fellow Persian scholars for the quality of his writing and the depth of his social and ethical principles. The strength of his writing not only impacted Persian literature but also influenced the use of Persian language in everyday life.

The Bustan (known in English as The Orchard) is one of Saadi’s two best-known works. Written entirely in verse, the stories within are abundant in contemplative thought and philosophies.

Today the historic binding can be found in the British Library. With its delicate botanical patterns, this design reflects the fruits of Saadi’s wisdom.

• Original artwork: Persian binding of Saadi’s Bustan
• Era: circa 1629
• Region: Persia

Product Details

• Size: Mini – 90 × 140 × 18 mm
• Date range: January – December 2027
• Layout: Week-to-View with Notes (Verso)
• Language: English
• Pages: 176 (88 sheets)
• Paper: 100 gsm acid-free smooth paper
• Cover: Hardback
• Closure: Elastic band
• Binding: Smyth sewn – lies flat and stays durable
• Corners: Rounded
• Pouch: Back cover pouch
• Design: The Orchard
• Series: Persian Poetry
• 100% recycled binder boards
• Decorative printed cover paper
• Printed on acid-free paper
• Threaded stitching and glue, as needed
• 2 satin ribbon markers
• Memento pouch
• Name plate
• Monthly planner
• Conversion tables
• Year planner
• International dialling codes
• Mini calendars
• International holidays
• National holidays
• World time zones
• Note-taking pages
• Weight: 169 g
• Product code: DE1912-2 | ISBN: 9780349719122

About Paperblanks

Paperblanks works with museums, libraries, galleries and artists around the world to faithfully reproduce remarkable artwork, historic bindings and treasured manuscripts. Every book is made to last, with binder boards crafted from 100% recycled materials, and the back endpaper tells the fascinating story behind the cover design and credits its creators.