Gutenberg (Classic Reprint): Was He the Inventor of Printing? An Historical Investigation Embodying a Criticism of Dr. Van Der Linde's "Gutenberg": ... Van Der Linde's Gutenberg (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Hessels, Jan Hendrik

9781332015214: Gutenberg (Classic Reprint): Was He the Inventor of Printing? An Historical Investigation Embodying a Criticism of Dr. Van Der Linde's "Gutenberg": ... Van Der Linde's Gutenberg (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 1332015212 ISBN 13: 9781332015214

Verlag: Forgotten Books, 2018

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A rigorously sourced look at who may have invented printing and why the question stays debated.

This nonfiction work examines the claims, documents, and controversies around the invention of printing. It centers on courtroom records, 15th‑century disputes, and expert views to weigh what can and cannot be trusted. The result is a careful, evidence-based portrait of a pivotal moment in book history.

Grounded discussion of Strassburg and Mentz lawsuits and their role in the debate
Analysis of forged or questionable documents and how scholars handle uncertainty
Clarification of the sequence of events leading to early printing practices
Context for how later readers and historians assess the invention’s timeline

Ideal for readers of printing history, scholarly readers seeking primary-source perspectives, and anyone curious about how big historical claims are evaluated.

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Verlag: Forgotten Books
Erscheinungsdatum: 2018
Sprache: Englisch
ISBN 10: 1332015212
ISBN 13: 9781332015214
Einband: Taschenbuch
Anzahl der Seiten: 238
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Gutenberg (Classic Reprint)

Jan Hendrik Hessels

Verlag: Forgotten Books, 2018

ISBN 10: 1332015212 ISBN 13: 9781332015214

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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book is an extensive examination of the life of Johannes Gutenberg and his role as the inventor of the printing press. The author, a prominent expert in the field, offers a critical review of the existing documentation regarding Gutenberg, challenging many long-held beliefs and shedding new light on the historical record. The book delves into the complexities of the available evidence, analyzing documents, tracing their provenance, and evaluating their authenticity. It uncovers a surprising number of forgeries and misinterpretations that have distorted our understanding of Gutenberg's life and work. Through careful analysis, the author aims to separate fact from ction, providing a comprehensive and nuanced portrait of Gutenberg's contributions to the development of printing. By presenting a more accurate and historically grounded account, this book challenges traditional narratives and invites readers to reconsider the role of Gutenberg in the history of printing. It offers valuable insights into the challenges of historical research and the importance of critical examination in uncovering the truth about significant historical gures. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verk�ufers 9781332015214_0

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