The Invention of Typography A Brief Sketch of the Invention of Printing and How it Came About

"The Invention of Typography" by Frederick W. Hamilton is a historical exploration of a game-changing technology published in 1918, zeroing in on the invention of movable type and its far-reaching effects. This volume presents the historical circumstances that made the technological breakthrough necessary, and questions the claims of various individuals that had a hand in typography's creation, tracing the materials and techniques used by trailblazing printers to offer a comprehensive portrayal of printing's early days. The book looks at the driving forces behind the need for better book production during the Renaissance. Hamilton shines a light on both John Gutenberg and Lourens Coster, carefully considering their contributions to typography, while addressing debates about who invented the ability to print. The narrative follows the path of printing from block printing to the innovation of movable type, laying out the challenges that confronted those who pioneered the practice, and marking advancements in tools and materials that enabled efficient book production and the wider spread of information. Through scrutinizing historical context, Hamilton delivers insight into the critical moments in printing's progression, stressing its innovative influence on the world.