Linotype Machine Introduced, Revolutionizing Typesetting
Poets involved
What happened
In 1886, Ottmar Mergenthaler, a German-born inventor, introduced the Linotype machine in New York. This machine allowed for the rapid typesetting of text by casting an entire line of type as a single piece of metal. The Linotype was a major advancement in printing technology, dramatically increasing the speed and efficiency of newspaper and book production.
Literary impact
The Linotype machine was central to the explosion of print culture in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It allowed for the mass production of affordable books and periodicals, making poetry and literature accessible to a wider public than ever before. This technology enabled the publication of countless poetry collections, literary magazines, and newspapers, helping to create the modern literary marketplace and shaping the careers of poets like Walt Whitman and Emily Dickinson.
Source: Wikipedia
