The document summarizes the history and development of books and mass media from ancient times to the modern era. It discusses the origins of writing systems, the development of paper and early books, the invention of the printing press and movable type, and the growth of publishing houses, booksellers, and mass literacy. It also covers the rise of electronic publishing, self-publishing, and the impact of the internet and e-readers on the book industry.

1. Books: The Birth of the Mass Media – Referencing Mass Communication: Living in a Media World Ralph E. Hanson

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