The Birth of the Book

From the earliest known examples of cave paintings dating from 30,000 years ago to the oldest known example of a written story from 4500 years ago, it is clear that as a species we are destined to create and enjoy written material.  Whether for means of entertainment or the passing on of important truths from one generation to the next, the history of the book shows its endurance despite countless obstacles and threats to its survival.

The earliest ‘books’ were scrolls made from papyrus dating from 2560 BC.

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