Johannes Gutenberg's invention of the printing press in the mid-15th century transformed the world. This groundbreaking technology enabled the mass production of texts, breaking the previous dominance of knowledge held by the church. Before Gutenberg's invention, books were painstakingly transcribed by hand, making them expensive and accessible onl

In the spring of 1518, the city of Strasbourg was gripped by a most peculiar and frightening phenomenon. A woman named Frau Troffea suddenly began to jig in the streets, obviously without any cause or provocation. Her frantic dancing continued for weeks, and soon others participated her in this peculiar spectacle. Thousands of people, it is said,

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