Gutenberg
John Man
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Gutenberg
by John Man
Published
2002
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons
Pages
312
ISBN-10
0471218235
Description
"If you think that the Information Age began with the Internet, think again. With his innovative movable type and printing press, Johann Gutenberg ignited an unprecedented explosion of new information in 1450. Within fifty years, the number of books available in Europe grew from thousands to millions, with breathtaking consequences. Science, literature, and the study of history blossomed; Christian unity collapsed; kings formed nation-states; and explorers revealed new worlds. Gutenberg, simply put, helped found the Modern Age.". "Gutenberg: How One Man Remade the World with Words reveals this remarkable inventor as a complex and dynamic figure whose brilliance and determination were matched only by his ambition and daring. It traces the sources of his inspiration and explores the intrigues and legal battles that punctuated his decades-long, covert research and development program. It also explores Gutenberg's constant need for capital, which drove him at times to take desperate measures, such as having a city official thrown in debtors' prison until he paid Gutenberg the money he owed him."--BOOK JACKET.
Subjects
Liber chronicarum
The Biography and Typography of William Caxton, England's First Printer
The invention of printing
Fine Print
The invention of printing in China and its spread westward
The Gutenberg revolution
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Gutenberg?
This edition of Gutenberg has approximately 312 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Gutenberg?
For most readers, Gutenberg typically takes between 6h 30m and 4h 20m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 78,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 5h 12m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 11 days • Estimated word count: 78,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Gutenberg?
The estimated word count for Gutenberg is approximately 78,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Gutenberg?
Gutenberg was written by John Man.
When was Gutenberg published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2002. The original work may have been published on a different date.