Glossary of Printing Terms:
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Dust Jacket

A removable paper wrapper that encloses a book to protect it from dirt.

Dust jackets date from the early 19th century, but they came into more common use in the early 20th century as a means to advertise the book to potential buyers.

Also known as dust wrapper or book jacket.

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