Question

what were the major changes brought in 19th century in the world of print?

Answer 1

The nineteenth century saw the increase of mass literacy in Europe. New groups of children emerged, primarily children, women and working class men.

Large number of children started reading books in Europe with the beginning of compulsory primary education. School books began to be published in large numbers. Books for general reading, such as books containing fairy tales, also began to be published. One such book was the compilation of German fairy tales by the Grimm brothers. It was published in 1812.

Women also became important readers in the nineteenth century. Magazines and novels were published with a focus on women readership. Magazines for women were called penny magazines and contained articles of good behaviour and housekeeping. Women authors like Jane Austen, George Eliot and the Bronte sisters became well known.

Lending libraries emerged to cater to the large number of working class men in Europe. Books written by the self educated working class also began to be published.