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 Colonies, 1492-1750 by Reuben Gold ThwaitesAuthor: Thwaites, Reuben Gold, 1853-1913,Language: English, Class: E186: History: America: Colonial History (1607-1775), Release Date: May 12, 2013