Johannes Gutenberg's invention of the printing press in the mid-15th century transformed the world. This groundbreaking device enabled the mass production of books, breaking the previous dominance of knowledge held by the religious institutions. Before Gutenberg's invention, books were painstakingly written by hand, making them scarce and accessibl
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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 confined to a select few who could afford to purchase handwritten manuscripts. However, Gutenberg’s innovation allowed for the efficient replication of texts, making information more acce