Week 9; Day 2

The humanists opened schools where children were taught to value the works of classic Rome and Greece. The invention of the printing press was key a key factor in the spread of humanist theories. The printing press enabled many more people to read great literary works. Until this time, books were mostly purchased by the wealthy. Before the printing press was invented, books were created solely by hand; lengthy books took nearly two years to complete. With the printing press, hundreds of books could be printed rapidly and with fewer workers. New and important literary works were published. Many more people began to enjoy literature. Ideas spread quickly throughout Europe. What effect did the invention of the printing press have on the spread of humanism? Summarize the information from this passage.