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.Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 93, July 23, 1887. by VariousAuthor: Various,Language: English, Class: AP: General Works: Periodicals, Release Date: Jun 13, 2010