The inventor of paper was Cai Lun (62-121A.D.). Paper was invented in A.D 105. The invention of paper was a great contribution to the Chinese civilization and to the civilization of the world. Before the invention of paper, the turtle shell, animal bone, golden stone, bamboo slips, wood and cloth were used for recording and remembering things. In its beginning age, paper was used as the the tool for recording the important events and data. Paper allowed people to record information in a easier way.
The supply of cheap paper meant that great thoughts could be written on the paper and read by people. Advanced and new ideas could be passed quickly and widely to the majority of people. It has promoted and quickened the steps of human civilization and development. Invention of the paper has enriched the culture and and literature. More and more great works were produced and passed to the majority of people so they could read them.
By: Andrew Blogger Extraordinaire
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