Johannes Gutenberg's invention of the printing press in the mid-15th century altered the world. This groundbreaking technology enabled the mass production of literature, breaking the previous Reformation Era control of knowledge held by the religious institutions. Before Gutenberg's invention, books were painstakingly transcribed by hand, making th
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Johannes Gutenberg’s invention revolutionized the course of history with his ingenious printing press. Prior to this groundbreaking development, knowledge was limited to a select few who could afford to purchase handwritten manuscripts. However, Gutenberg’s innovation allowed for the mass production of texts, making information more available t