Press

When the printing press was created it allowed for almost anyone to spread their ideas, books, and revolutions. In the case of Martin Luther, the printing press was one of the key factors, aiding his reformation. The printing press also allowed for more people to obtain a book, creating an increase in literacy to a greater extent than ever before. Something that came along with literacy was learning history of their ancestors and being able to read the Bible. When the printing press came into…

but there was a time where books were as rare and expensive as precious metals and gems. Johannes Gutenberg was a fifteenth century German blacksmith and goldsmith, whose invention of the movable type printing press revolutionized the production of books. Before Gutenberg’s printing press, books were created by hand. Scribes would cut out sheets of papyrus or parchment, which was usually…

and governments during this time which led to innovation. During this time there was also an emphasis on writing and artwork. Inventions, literary works, and pieces of art came to define this time period in many ways. Johannes Gutenberg’s printing press, Niccolo Machiavelli’s The Prince, and Leonardo da Vinci’s The Last Supper are just a few examples of important items that came from the Renaissance. The Renaissance provided the foundation for numerous inventions and creativity, but one…

In terms of why this appears to be the newspaper’s point of view, the best example I can give is an article that involved the High School I graduate from. Earlier in September of this year, The Press uploaded an article to their online platform . It was bound to get some attention in the community, considering it had a title that was simply eye-catching (while I was waiting for my bus, I overheard someone talking about the article; she said: “since…

1450, was the printing press created by Johannes Gutenberg that allowed a simpler, more cost effective way of printing (Spielvogel 350). The events and inventions of 1450 served as a catalyst for a gradual turning point in European history that greatly influenced Europe and the world for years to come. The invention of printing led to easy access to the Bible, which in turn sparked a revolution of people making their own religious decisions. Printing with the printing press was simple and fast,…

social media, mass media has continued to affected culture throughout history. The printing press, invented by Johannes Gutenberg in the 15th century, made the mass production of print media possible. New transportation technologies make it easier for texts to reach a wide audience. Friedrich Koenig, a German printer, pushed media production even further when he hooked the steam engine up to a printing press in 1800. This increased efficiency helped lead to the rise of the daily newspaper. When…

An craftsmen and inventor Johann Gutenberg who developed a printing method that revolutionized to produce books faster and made them affordable. In circa 1398, Gutenberg was born into a merchant family in Mainz, Germany. While living in Germany, he was trained by his family to be a goldsmith and a blacksmith. Experimenting with printing began in 1428 when a craftsmen revolt erupted causing his family to vacate and settling in Strasbourg, France. He later then manufactured metal blocks that…

From the time of 1450 to 1600, Europe saw an expansion and adjustment in the centralization and expansion of state powers. With only a few number of powerhouse nations in Europe at this time, the ability to broaden borders and affect society as a whole became a feat due to the scientific revolution. Particularly, newfound technology for exploration, the spread of ideas, and stronger armies became a catalyst for the expansion of states in Europe from the second half of the fifteenth century into…

When examining the music industry, music press is usually seen as an important link between artists and fans. Whether if it was for promotional purposes or for social and cultural concerns, music press was the only way people can read about their beloved artists or bands. Throughout the years, music press has taken up several configurations. Not very long ago people waited for monthly published magazines to read reviews. Today, in an age where technology almost governs everything, people can…

year’s special Exhibition. An object rich in history and culture would be Gutenberg’s printing press. This object was the invention that historians consider changed how civilization evolved. This change is often compared to when humans discovered iron which ended the Neolithic Era (new stone age) and entered the Age of Empire (also known as the Iron Age). Johannes Gutenberg invented the printing press that revolutionized society by making books readily cheaper and available during the…