Gutenberg's invention of the printing press
One of the main key turning points in communication history was the introduction of the Gutenberg printing press in 1436, by Johannes Gutenberg, who developed a system of cast-metal movable type and a hand press to make the printing process easier and the product more consistent with replaceable/movable wooden or metal letters -which changed the world of printing.
Belis (2011) stated that 'this method of printing can be credited not only for a revolution in the production of books, but also for fostering rapid development in the sciences, arts and religion through the transmission of texts.'
I am in full agreeance with Belis in her statement above especially considering religion, because after Gutenberg's revolutionary invention, the bible was then able to be mass produced for many, which then enabled the developing world access to such a popular book.
The world would be a much different one had Gutenberg not invented his printing press. It just goes to show that if such communcative mediums were not introduced when they were, humankind may not have made it in history as far as it has.
Communication, new and old has helped the world in moving forward as it will continue to do so.
References:
Belis, M 2011, Johannes Gutenberg and the printing press, viewed 16 August 2011, <https://learning.secure.griffith.edu.au/webapps/portal/frameset.jsp?tab=courses&url=/bin/common/course.pl?course_id=_101249_1&frame=top>
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