Paperblanks The Orchard Hardback Guest Book – Plain, 144 Pages

Gather wishes, memories and signatures from weddings, celebrations and special occasions in this The Orchard hardback guest book from Paperblanks, with 144 plain pages.

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: Guest Book – 225 × 180 × 15 mm
• Interior: Plain
• Pages: 144 (72 sheets)
• Paper: 120 gsm acid-free cream laid paper
• Cover: Hardback
• Binding: Smyth sewn – lies flat and stays durable
• Edge printing: Yes
• Corners: Rounded
• Design: The Orchard
• Series: Persian Poetry
• Satin ribbon marker
• 100% recycled binder boards
• Decorative printed cover paper
• Threaded stitching and glue, as needed
• Cloth headbands
• Acid-free paper
• Weight: 526 g
• Product code: PB9662-7 | ISBN: 9781439796627

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.