The Invention of Printing by Gutenberg

This concise and engaging book chronicles the revolutionary invention of movable-type printing by Johannes Gutenberg in the mid-15th century. It details his journey from initial inspiration drawn from coin minting and wine presses, through the meticulous engineering of durable metal type and the printing press, to the development of specialized ink and paper. The narrative highlights key milestones, including the crucial test prints and the crowning achievement: the magnificent 42-line Bible. Ultimately, the book explores how Gutenberg's innovation democratized knowledge, fueled the Renaissance and Reformation, and irrevocably transformed communication, laying the foundation for the modern world.