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Re:Gutenberg’s moving type propelled Europe towards the scie... by nonbel on Sunday April 07, 2019 @10:53AM (#19597104)
It wasn't either of those things. It was only possible due to the development of novel ink: https://www.bl.uk/treasures/gutenberg/ink.html
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Re:Gutenberg’s moving type propelled Europe towards the scie... by jacobush on Sunday April 07, 2019 @11:00AM (#19597154)
I'd argue type and ink were an integral invention.
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