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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 4 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

Tad Smith

as an example of commoditized knowledge, referring to the impact of its printing and distribution.

Tad Smith on Scarcity and Stores of Value

Mentioned by

David McWilliams

as a beautiful book that was commissioned by Pope Pius.

The hidden ways money has shaped human civilisation

Mentioned by

Brewster Kahle

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

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