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.History of Negro Soldiers in the Spanish-American War, and Other Items ofAuthor: Johnson, Edward A. (Edward Austin), 1860-1944,Language: English, Class: E660: History: America: Late nineteenth century (1865-1900), Release Date: Feb 1, 2004