In 1439, Johannes Gutenberg's invention of the printing press with movable type ushered in a new era of mass communication, democratizing access to information and revolutionizing the spread of ideas.

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Johannes Gensfleisch zur Laden zum Gutenberg was born in Mainz, Germany, around 1400 CE. His father was one of the city’s ‘patricians.’ Young Johannes first trained to be a goldsmith. It is believed ...

The Gutenberg Revolution: The story of a genius and an invention that changed the world by John Man, Review, £14.99, ISBN 0747245045 EUROPE changed for ever about 500 years ago. Johan Gutenberg’s ...

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Irish education is undergoing a 'Gutenberg' moment with technology revolutionising the way students learn. Former Education Minister Ruairi Quinn said he is particularly pleased so many schools are ...