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The historical paper trail: from its origins in the East, paper was historically the catalyst in scientific and artistic achievement the world over and still underpins our lives today

Source :
Geographical. August 2005, Vol. 77 Issue 8, p32, 2 p.
Publication Year :
2005

Abstract

According to an ancient Chinese manuscript, in 105 AD, Ts'ai Lun, an official in the imperial court of China, reported the invention of a remarkable new material to his emperor. [...]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0016741X
Volume :
77
Issue :
8
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
Geographical
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
edsgcl.134909341