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Gutenberg Bible

42-line Bible, Mazarin Bible, or B42

Book • 1454

Johannes Gutenberg

The Gutenberg Bible, printed in the 1450s, is an edition of the Latin Vulgate, a translation of the Hebrew Bible and the Greek New Testament by St. Jerome.

It is renowned for its historical significance and aesthetic qualities, representing a pivotal moment in the mass production of books.

The text is based on the Paris Bible tradition, with emendations and divergences.

Mentioned by

Benedikt Taschen

David McWilliams

Mentioned in 3 episodes

Mentioned by

Benedikt Taschen

as the very first printed book of incredible historic value.

Benedikt Taschen

Mentioned by

John Hopkins

as the book that started a revolution.

The Printing Press

Mentioned by

David McWilliams

as a beautiful book that was commissioned by Pope Pius.

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Mentioned by

Brewster Kahle

as an example of a book that would last for hundreds of years.

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