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Who in the World Was the Secretive Printer?: The Story of Johannes Gutenberg
by Robert Beckham, illustrated by Jed Mickle - Discover the intriguing story of Johannes Gutenberg. In this engaging biography, Robert Beckham goes beyond the few facts children are usually told about the inventor of the printing press. Instead, Beckham tells us Gutenberg's story. Why did Johannes make thousands of small mirrors? When did he learn how to make coins at the mint? Why did his girlfriend take him to court?

Beckham's chronological narrative will draw in parents and children alike. Published by the folks who created the Story of the World series. This book complements The Story of the World Volume 2, Middle Ages.

Paper, 48 pages. 9.75"x6.75"x.2". Audience: ages 5-12.

#0369 $9.50 $8.99

 

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