Taking a Look at the History of Books
For National Book Lovers Day
don’t know exactly when paper was first invented, the consensus is that the pulp used to make paper was created in China around A.D. 105; it was also in China that the first printed book appeared. The Printed Book According to the website World History, the first printed book dates back to A.D. 868 in China by block printing. This method used a block of wood with the Chinese characters carved in reverse into the surface, dipped in ink, and pressed down on paper. Later on, the movable type method would be invented and make the printing process easier. In this method, words were pieced together to form sentences, covered in ink, and then pressed onto paper. Movable type was used in one of the most notable printings in history — the Gutenberg Bible. The Best Way to Observe The best way to celebrate this holiday is to grab a book, settle down, and read! National Book Lovers Day is also the perfect opportunity to encourage young readers to read more. Start by reading them a story or encouraging them to pick out a book of their own. Whether you enjoy fiction or nonfiction, all that matters is that you’re enjoying yourself and a good book!
There’s nothing better than sitting down in a comfortable spot with a mug full of hot chocolate and a good book to read for several quiet hours. Luckily for book lovers everywhere, National Book Lovers Day takes place on Aug. 9, and it’s a perfect opportunity to get started on that book you’ve been meaning to finally open.
Materials Used for Portable Writings The first recorded use of a portable form of written information dates back to 3500 B.C.; writings were carved by Sumerians into clay tablets found in southern Mesopotamia, which is now known as the Middle East. However, these tablets were heavy and often difficult to transport. People began writing on lighter materials, such as papyrus, a thick material made from overlapping central stems of the papyrus plant. Over the years, more materials were created on which to write, like parchment; wax tablets; and, eventually, paper. While historians
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Roasted Corn Salsa
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Ingredients
Inspired by Bon Appétit magazine
● 1 large tomato, cored, seeded, and finely chopped ● 1/4 bunch cilantro leaves, sliced ● Juice of 1 lime ● Kosher salt, to taste
● 2 medium ears of corn, shucked ● 1 jalapeño or Fresno chile, seeded and thinly sliced ● 1/2 red onion, diced
Directions
3. With a wooden spoon or potato masher, gently crush corn to release starch and juices. 4. Add jalapeño, onion, tomato, and cilantro. Mix to combine. 5. Top with lime juice and season with salt. 6. Serve alongside your favorite tortilla chips.
1. Heat a cast-iron skillet to high. Char corn, turning occasionally, for 10–14 minutes until kernels begin to blacken in spots. 2. Using a sharp knife, remove corn kernels from cobs and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
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