Who Was The First Papermaker? (1869)

""Who Was The First Papermaker?"" is a historical book written by T. Nelson and Sons in 1869. The book aims to answer the question of who invented papermaking and provides a detailed account of the history of papermaking from its origins in China to its spread throughout the world.The book begins by exploring the ancient Chinese invention of papermaking and the materials and techniques used in the process. It then discusses the spread of papermaking to other parts of the world, including Japan, Korea, and the Islamic world.The book also delves into the role of paper in the development of printing, bookmaking, and the dissemination of knowledge throughout history. It discusses the impact of paper on the Renaissance, the Enlightenment, and the Industrial Revolution.Throughout the book, T. Nelson and Sons provide detailed descriptions of the various materials and techniques used in papermaking, as well as the social and economic factors that influenced its development. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of papermaking and its impact on human civilization.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.