an introductory piece written by the author of a book explaining its subject, scope, or aims

前言

characterized by peculiar or unconventional traits, often in an endearing or charming way

古怪的, 与众不同的

to go or be beyond the material or physical aspects of existence, indicating a superior existence or understanding

超越, 超出

fulfilling a want or a requirement, and bringing a feeling of accomplishment or enjoyment

令人满意的, 满足的

the act of seeking punishment against someone who has wronged or hurt one in some way

复仇, 报复

a list of books and articles used by an author to support or reference their written work

书目

a list of technical terms or jargons of a particular field or text, provided in alphabetical order with an explanation for each one

术语表, 词汇表

a removable paper or plastic cover that is wrapped around the outside of a hardcover book

书籍封面, 防尘外套

an alphabetical list of subjects, names, etc. along with the page numbers each of them occurs, coming at the end of a book

索引, 目录

the edge of a book that binds all the pages together, usually with the title and the publisher's name appearing on its cover

书脊, 脊

the page at the front of a book that the names of the book, its author, and publisher are printed on it

标题页, 封面页

