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The Printing Press: How Gutenberg Changed Germany and the World
In this episode of The History of Germany, Lucas and Luna explore the invention that transformed Europe: Johannes Gutenberg's movable-type printing press. They dive into Gutenberg's life in Mainz, his financial struggles with Johann Fust, and the creation of the Gutenberg Bible. The conversation covers the technical innovations—from the hand mold to oil-based ink—and the explosive spread of printing across German cities like Strasbourg, Augsburg, and Nuremberg. They discuss how printing fueled the Renaissance, the Reformation, and the rise of vernacular literature, but also the…
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