Long before the advent of the printing press, books were crafted by hand, serving as vital vessels of knowledge, culture, and ideas. The clay tablets of Mesopotamia, the papyrus scrolls of Egypt, each civilization developed its unique methods of creating and disseminating literature, reflecting their values and intellectual pursuits. The practices of ancient scribes and the means of distribution, we gain invaluable insight into how these early texts influenced thoughts, beliefs, and societal structures that continue to resonate today. Origin of Book Publishing