Exploring Gutenberg's Bible

Johannes Gutenberg's 1440 printing press revolutionized the passing of information from place to place and person to person. His work on the Bible in 1450 is perhaps one of the most impactful documents of history, as the distribution of knowledge that followed sparked a significant growth of literacy Readers learn about the history of Gutenberg and his printing of the Bible, how his printing press worked, and what tools he used to create his pieces. The layout and design of Gutenberg's Bible is discussed, while images of its pages intrigue readers and showcase the importance of primary sources.