Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971 and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today.Notes and Queries, Number 233, April 15, 1854 by VariousAuthor: Various,Language: English, Class: AP: General Works: Periodicals, Release Date: Dec 10, 2009