Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Physical Attributes Facet
3. Conditions and Effects (hierarchy name)
4. [conditions and effects by specific type]
5. [conditions and effects for books]

Anotations

Scope note:

Said of a book sold with the folded fore edges of the gatherings (bolts) not trimmed or cut, intended to be slit by hand by the purchaser with a paper knife. Distinct from "uncut" which is said of a book of which the folded fore edges have not been cut with the plough or guillotine prior to sale.