Fascinating history of printing revolution ; Stephen Fry makes a jolly, interesting - and jolly interesting - guide as he attempts to discover more about Johann Gutenberg, the enigmatic inventor of the first printing press.

Western Morning News, The Plymouth (UK) | April 26, 2008 | Copyright

Stephen Fry makes a jolly, interesting - and jolly interesting - guide as he attempts to discover more about Johann Gutenberg, the enigmatic inventor of the first printing press.

But it's not enough for the bibliophile, Cambridge-educated Dr Fry just to research Gutenberg's invention, he wants to build one himself.

Part of the BBC's Medieval season, this programme was a fascinating journey, especially in the hands of such a well- informed and intelligent enthusiast.

He really made the viewer understand the relevance and importance of Gutenberg's invention.

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