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.The History of Freedom, and Other Essays by ActonAuthor: Acton, John Emerich Edward Dalberg Acton, Baron, 1834-1902,Language: English, Class: D: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere, Release Date: Feb 15, 2010