printers

Relates the story of an impoverished printer named John Peter Zenger whose paper, the New York weekly journal, printed articles describing the new British governor, William Cosby, as corrupt and abusive. Although Zenger was only a front man for the governor's adversaries, New York Supreme Court Chief Justice Lewis Morris and attorney James Alexander, he nevertheless became the fall guy when Cosby brought the full force of his high office down upon the paper. Jailed for the better part of a year, Zenger was forced into a jury trial matched only in importance during the colonial period by the Salem Witch Trials.

The Gutenberg Bible resulted in a transformation in the distribution of knowledge and sparked incredible growth in literacy. Readers will find out how Gutenberg's printing press worked and what helped inspire it, and the Gutenberg Bible's layout and decoration are discussed. Includes images of the pages from the book itself.

A biography of one of the most famous inventors, printers, and statesmen in American history.

A biography of the eighteenth-century printer, publisher, inventor, scientist, and statesman who played an influential role in the early history of the United States.

Through simple but engaging narrative, illustrated text leads readers through Benjamin Franklin's childhood, his diverse interests and accomplishments, and the role he played in the American Revolution and creation of an independent nation.

A collection of fifty quotes by statesman, scientist, and businessman Benjamin Franklin.

Text and illustrations explore the early life, career, and talents of invetor Benjamin Franklin, most known for his advances in electricity.

"With a bit of programming and some high-tech science, 3-D printers can use a wide variety of materials such as plastic or wood to create an infinite amount of different creations. This book explores the science behind this incredible technology, including the history of 3-D printing and what scientists hope to achieve with these unique tools. Whether used for art, medicine, or just to make something cool at home, 3-D printing is poised to have a remarkable impact on our lives, and this book chronicles the technology's journey from concept to reality"--Amazon.com.

Explores the life of Johann Gutenberg and his invention of the movable-type printing press.