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Author: Mark Kurlansky

Narrator: Ryan

Format: MP3

IBSN: 9780393353709

Language: English

Publish Date: 10/05/2016

Audiobook length: 31 min

Contents

Chapter 1Overview
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Chapter 2Why did people invent paper?
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Chapter 3Papermaking and printing give new life to paper
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Chapter 4The Impact of paper on historical events
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Chapter 5Summary & Review
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Why listen to Paper

Listening to the summary audiobook of "Paper" by Mark Kurlansky offers a fascinating glimpse into the historical significance and cultural impact of paper, a seemingly ordinary material that has shaped human civilization for centuries. Kurlansky's compelling narrative weaves together anecdotes, facts, and insights about paper's role in communication, commerce, and creativity, making it an engaging listen for anyone interested in history, innovation, or sustainability. By immersing yourself in this summary, you can quickly grasp the key themes and ideas of the book, enriching your understanding of how paper continues to influence our lives today and prompting reflection on its future in a digital world.

Author : Mark Kurlansky

The author of this book, Mark Kurlansky, is a well-known American best-selling author, now living in New York. He used to be a foreign correspondent for major newspapers such as the International Herald Tribune and the Chicago Tribune. Besides the book we are going to talk about today, he has written several other works, like ‘Salt’, ‘Cod’, and ‘The Basque History of the World'. ‘Cod' won him the James A. Beard Award for his excellent culinary writing. He is excellent in digging to find the truth and history behind the common objects in life.

Key Insights from Paper

  • Kurlansky highlights the historical significance of paper, showing how its invention revolutionized communication and literacy across cultures. The book delves into the environmental impacts of paper production and encourages a reexamination of our consumption habits.
  • The author illustrates the intricate relationship between paper and the advancement of human knowledge, tracing its evolution from ancient times to the digital age. Kurlansky emphasizes that while technology changes, the fundamental value of paper remains pertinent in preserving ideas and culture.
  • Kurlansky weaves a narrative that connects paper to global trade, politics, and art, revealing its role as a medium for expression and documentation. By highlighting significant events and figures in paper's history, the book invites readers to consider how this simple material has shaped our world.
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