Johannes Gutenberg's invention of the printing press in the mid-15th century altered the world. This groundbreaking technology enabled the mass production of books, breaking the previous monopoly of knowledge held by the clergy. Before Gutenberg's invention, books were painstakingly transcribed by hand, making them rare and accessible only to the p

In the autumn of 1518, the city of Strasbourg was gripped by a most peculiar and frightening phenomenon. A woman named Frau Troffea abruptly began to dance in the streets, apparently without any cause or provocation. Her uncontrollable dancing continued for months, and soon others followed her in this strange spectacle. Thousands of people, it is

Johannes Gutenberg’s invention revolutionized the course of history with his ingenious printing press. Prior to this groundbreaking development, knowledge was confined to a select few who could afford to purchase handwritten manuscripts. However, Gutenberg’s innovation allowed for the mass production of texts, making information more obtainable