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 Development of the European Nations, 1870-1914 (5th ed.) by J. Holland RoseAuthor: Rose, J. Holland (John Holland), 1855-1942,Language: English, Class: D: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere, Release Date: Jan 9, 2005