Research on Printing Media in Modern Western Europe--From Gutenberg to the Enlightenment

Author: Xiang Xiang
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Publishing Date: 2001-01-01
Features: The author conducts research from the perspectives of new cultural history and sociology of knowledge. He selects three milestone events in Western European history—Renaissance, Reformation, and Enlightenment—as case studies for exploration. From this perspective, he provides an explanation of the Renaissance, Reformation, and Enlightenment, leading to new insights that differ from previous understandings. Additionally, the author examines the role of print media—as a carrier of knowledge—as it spreads general knowledge, especially during the era of social transformation in modern Western Europe, where new knowledge arrived in waves and knowledge renewal accelerated significantly. Throughout the book, the author not only demonstrates profound insights after deep contemplation but also invests considerable effort in the collection and organization of materials.