Biblia Germanica. v.2 incunabula

Incunabula block books are a type of early printed book that was produced using a technique called block printing, in Europe before the year 1501, before the period of time when movable type printing was first developed. Unlike movable type printing, block printing involves carving an entire page of text or images onto a wooden block, which is then inked and pressed onto paper to create a printed copy. Block printing was used to produce a variety of printed materials in the early days of printing, including playing cards, religious texts, and illustrated books. The most common use was for producing small, cheap books known as block books. Block books were typically printed on only one side of the page, with the text and images carved into the same block. Because the blocks were made of wood, they were not as durable as metal type and could only produce a limited number of impressions before they began to wear out. As a result, block books were often produced in small print runs and were not widely distributed.

Anton Koberger was a German printer and publisher who lived from about 1440/1445 to 1513. He was born in Nuremberg, Germany, and began his career as a printer in the late 1470s. Koberger is best known for his work on the Nuremberg Chronicle, a history of the world published in 1493. This book was one of the most important works of the early Renaissance and helped to spread knowledge and ideas throughout Europe. Koberger's printing press was one of the largest and most successful in Europe in the late 15th and early 16th centuries. He produced a wide range of books, including religious texts, scientific works and literature. Koberger was also involved in politics and was a member of the Nuremberg City Council. He was a prominent figure in the cultural and intellectual life of the city and was known for his support of artists and scholars. Today, Koberger is remembered as one of the most important figures in the history of printing and publishing. His work helped to shape the Renaissance and laid the foundations for modern book production.