What is another word for commonplace book?
Pronunciation: [kˈɒmənplˌe͡ɪs bˈʊk] (IPA) 
A commonplace book, also known as a commonplace journal or a zibaldone, is a type of scrapbook that became popular in the 15th and 16th centuries. Other synonyms for a commonplace book include a notebook, a collection of thoughts, a journal of observations, a repository of ideas, a scrapbook of inspiration, a notebook of knowledge, a personal anthology, and a book of quotations. The purpose of a commonplace book is to gather and organize ideas, thoughts, quotes, and notes on various subjects, creating a personal anthology of knowledge and inspiration for future reference. A commonplace book can serve as a valuable tool for writers, thinkers, and scholars, and anyone looking to organize and preserve their ideas and insights.
