About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their curious child starts asking big 'how' questions: How are books made? How did people share ideas before the internet? This beautifully illustrated book tells the story of Johannes Gutenberg and his revolutionary invention, the printing press. It breaks down the complex process of creating movable type into simple, understandable steps, celebrating the curiosity, creativity, and perseverance required to bring a world changing idea to life. Perfect for children fascinated by history and how things work, it provides a tangible link between a 15th century invention and the books they hold in their hands today, sparking conversations about the power of knowledge and technology.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book touches on Gutenberg's financial struggles, culminating in him losing his press and workshop to his investor, Johann Fust, in a lawsuit. This is presented directly as a historical fact. The resolution is bittersweet on a personal level (he loses his business) but overwhelmingly hopeful on a societal level (his invention succeeds and changes the world). The historical context is Christian Europe (the goal is printing the Bible), but the book's focus is secular, celebrating the technology and its democratizing effect on information.
Reviews
No reviews yet — be the first!
Your experience helps other parents find the right book.
Sign in to write a review
