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.On the Origin of Clockwork, Perpetual Motion Devices, and the Compass by PriceAuthor: Price, Derek J. de Solla (Derek John de Solla), 1922-1983,Language: English, Class: TS: Technology: Manufactures, Release Date: Sep 16, 2009