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 Romantic Story of the Mayflower Pilgrims, and Its Place in the Life of To-Author: Addison, A. C. (Albert Christopher),Language: English, Class: F001: United States local history: New England, Release Date: Jul 17, 2011