Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971 and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today.History of the Negro Race in America From 1619 to 1880. Vol 1 by WilliamsAuthor: Williams, George Washington, 1849-1891,Language: English, Class: E151: History: America: United States, Release Date: Apr 30, 2005