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.The Life Of Thomas Paine, Vol. 1. (of 2) by Moncure Daniel ConwayAuthor: Conway, Moncure Daniel, 1832-1907,Language: English, Class: JC: Political science: Political theory, Release Date: Oct 10, 2011