The invention of paper and printing revolutionized communication in China from "summary" of The Story of China by Michael Wood
Paper and printing were two groundbreaking inventions that changed the way information was shared and communicated in ancient China. Before paper was invented, the Chinese wrote on strips of bamboo or silk, which were expensive and not ideal for mass production. Paper, made from mulberry bark, hemp, and rags, provided a cheaper and more efficient alternative for writing and printing.
The invention of paper allowed for the creation of books, newspapers, and official documents on a much larger scale than ever before. This meant that knowledge could be disseminated more widely and quickly throughout the vast Chinese empire. Paper also revolutionized the education system, as it made books more accessible to a larger segment of the population, leading to increased literacy rates.
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