11 Questions
What goods from China flowed into Europe through the silk route?
Silk, spices, and paper
What made the production of manuscripts possible in Europe?
The invention of paper
Who brought the knowledge of woodblock printing to Europe?
Marco Polo, a great explorer
What was the primary material used for luxury editions of books in Europe?
Vellum
Who were the primary buyers of cheaper printed copies of books in Europe?
Merchants and students in university towns
What led to the organisation of handwritten manuscript production in new ways?
The increasing demand for books
What was a major limitation of handwritten manuscripts?
They were fragile and difficult to handle
What was being printed using woodblocks in Europe by the early fifteenth century?
Textiles, playing cards, and religious pictures with simple texts
Why did the production of handwritten manuscripts become insufficient?
The demand for books increased rapidly
What innovation was necessary to meet the growing demand for books?
The invention of a new print technology
Where did Johann Gutenberg develop the first-known printing press?
Strasbourg, Germany
Learn how the knowledge of printing technology spread from China to Europe through the Silk Route and Marco Polo's travels. Discover the role of paper and woodblock printing in the production of manuscripts and books.
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