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What was an "Accordion book"? Describe any two features of hand printing in China.

Accordian Book was the traditional book of China. It was hand written. They were printed by rubbing paper against the inked surface of wooden blocks. They were stitched and folded at the side. They could be duplicated by skilled craftsmen with remarkable accuracy.


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