Definition & Bedeutung von "crown octavo"

What is "crown octavo"?

Crown octavo refers to a specific book size, with pages measuring approximately 7.5 inches by 9.5 inches, or 190 mm by 240 mm. This size is slightly larger than the standard octavo format but smaller than the quarto format. The term "crown octavo" describes books bound in this size, which balances portability and readability. It is commonly used for novels, non-fiction, and academic texts.