Chapter 7: The printing technique of movable type was presented, and Chongzhen also became an official

Imperial Palace, side hall.

Emperor Taizong of Tang Li Shimin summoned Li Bai here. Emperor Taizong of Tang had a good first impression of Li Bai, which was what he thought, and even better.

At this time, Li Bai's body was in his prime, his scholarly spirit and his pride was full of energy.

The imperial examinations of less than 20 years have been rare in the years since the Tang Dynasty, and are only a handful of them.

"I heard that there are five brothers in the Sun Qing family. Six of you are orphans adopted by the Sun family, but each of them is very filial and talented."

Emperor Taizong of Tang said the news that someone asked someone to investigate: "Brother Sun Qi, fourth brother Sun Fei is good at martial arts. Sun Fei joined the army last year and also showed extraordinary leadership skills in the army.

Your second brother Sun Liang is easy-going and indifferent to fame and fortune. It is rare to just be a teacher.

Your fifth brother and you have the imperial examinations with you, but the Jinshi poetry and prose are a little worse, but I looked at the test plan and it was very good. I believe that with a little effort, I may be able to have high school next year's imperial examinations.

And your sixth brother Sun Hao seems to like doing business, which is not bad.

The six brothers each have their own strengths, they are all talents of the Tang Dynasty, and the Sun family, the foreign teacher and son are good at teaching and children!"

All of them were expressing their satisfaction with the Sun family, especially with their six brothers.

Of course, if Li Bai's poems and essays were not loved by Emperor Taizong of Tang, Emperor Taizong of Tang would not have paid attention to their Sun family and would not have known about the situation of their six brothers.

Li Bai was also happy to be praised by Emperor Taizong of Tang, thinking that Emperor Taizong of Tang was much better than Emperor Xuanzong of Tang, at least he cared more about himself and cared more about himself.

"Your Majesty, my fifth brother knows that I am lucky to be summoned by Your Majesty, and wants to give something to Your Majesty and to the Tang Dynasty."

Seeing that the atmosphere was good, Li Bai took out a book according to the plan, and the contents of the book were printed that Emperor Taizong of Tang liked.

"oh?"

Emperor Taizong of Tang was surprised. He originally thought that Li Bai's brother wanted to please flatter him, but he was a little disgusted. But when he heard "dedicated to the Tang Dynasty", he became curious and thought that this thing should be extraordinary, so he took a look before making a decision.

If Emperor Taizong of Tang was disappointed, he might even punish Li Bai.

Such a flattery tomorrow is too explicit, and Emperor Taizong of Tang doesn't like it.

If you don’t do it well, it will make Emperor Taizong of Tang hate it and it will not be worth the loss.

Therefore, this move is also risky.

The eunuch checked the books, confirmed that there was no danger and handed them over to Emperor Taizong of Tang.

Emperor Taizong of Tang was concerned about the content of the book, which he liked, and he was very interested in his appetite: "Well, it's not bad, your fifth brother is intent."

I am quite satisfied, but my unhappiness disappears.

However, Li Bai said: "Your Majesty, the gift I have given to You, my fifth brother, is another gift in addition to the content of the book, and it is also the most important one."

Emperor Taizong of Tang was stunned for a moment, and there were others saying, and he became curious: "I didn't see anything else, tell me."

Li Bai bowed and said, "Your Majesty, this book was printed in a special way!"

Emperor Taizong of Tang suddenly realized and said, "Please carve and print, I know some of it. This method has only appeared in the past two years."

As he said that, he looked at the text on the book and said, "The handwriting of this book is much better than the carving and printing I have seen before. Is your fifth brother improving it? I want to tell me about the improved printing method?"

Emperor Taizong of Tang was a little disappointed, but he was surprised and surprised.

The engraving version, that is, fixed engraving and printing, started in the early Tang Dynasty, and the details are unknown, but the early Zhenguan period of this world had already appeared.

It's just that it's very rough, time-consuming and labor-intensive when printing, easy to blur, not very practical, and needs improvement.

Li Bai shook his head: "I know the carving and printing method that Your Majesty said, but there are many inconveniences. However, the printing technique of my fifth brother is different, and it can be called movable type printing..."

He explained in detail to Emperor Taizong of Tang about the principles of movable type printing, how to make it, etc.

"I have also brought samples, please check it out."

The movable type printing sample brought by Li Bai is now outside the side hall and is being watched by the guards.

"Take it in and see."

Emperor Taizong of Tang regained his interest.

The things were brought in and Li Bai personally demonstrated them.

"It's true that's different!"

Emperor Taizong of Tang had seen woodblock printing, which was a huge difference compared to the movable type printing technology demonstrated by Li Bai.

This type of movable type printing technique is a mature version of familiar printing techniques, and the oil and paper used are the best ones that can be made at present.

The printing effect is very good, and it is not comparable to the current woodblock printing technology.

"nice one!"

Emperor Taizong of Tang understood it clearly, and at the same time realized the great value of this thing, and was very happy.

Someone asked Fang Xuanling and Du Rumei to come.

Let them see this kind of movable type printing technique!

Du Rumei is in charge of the Ministry of Personnel and has met Li Bai and is very satisfied with Li Bai.

This was the first time Fang Xuanling saw Li Bai, but he heard Du Rumei praise Li Bai a lot, and he had long wanted to see him.

"Mobile type printing!"

"Your Majesty, this thing is of great significance!"

Fang Xuanling was a little excited when he saw the magical movable type printing technique.

With this printing technique, many books can be printed and retained, and it is also convenient to print other books. It is a great thing for the court and for scholars all over the world.

In the past, I relied on hand-copying, which was time-consuming and labor-intensive. Moreover, my handwriting was different when there were too many people, which was inconvenient to spread knowledge.

The appearance of woodblock printing is pleasant, but it has just come out and is not very practical.

However, the mature movable type printing technology has surpassed countless streets of current woodblock printing, and based on movable type printing technology, woodblock printing can be greatly improved.

After discussion, Emperor Taizong of Tang decided to give Chongzhen a reward of movable type printing, including money, silk, fertile land, and official positions.

So Chongzhen obtained an official position from the eighth rank, who was temporarily responsible for handling movable type printing for the court, and then made arrangements.

From the eighth rank, he is one official rank smaller than Li Bai.

When the news reached Sanshi Village, it was boiling again.

"The Sun family has accumulated virtues from their ancestors. Two officials have been released at once, which is amazing!"

Not long after, the Sun family became famous again in the Ten Miles and Bali Townships.

"Apart from the eldest, the other five brothers of the Sun family have not yet married. Whose girl is married, just waiting for happiness!"

Some people saw the opportunity, and the matchmakers were almost breaking through the door of the Sun family.

The mistress of the Sun family has been in a good mood this year and has almost recovered from illness. She didn't expect that her sons had such a promising future and was very relieved.

Bai Qi and the other six were also very filial to the old lady. The old lady was gentle, uncontested and kind-hearted, otherwise she would not have adopted the six of them.

"Boss, you have the final say in the family in the future. Although my mother is anxious about your brother's marriage, it is best if she can find the one she wants. I won't force you."

Bai Qi had a fruit, and Xu Jie was just pregnant, and the old lady was happy and didn't urge her to get married.

Moreover, when the two sons became officials, the marriage should not be random, and they need to be considered in many aspects. She doesn't understand these things very well, so she simply leaves them to her sons for their own.

Li Bai and Chongzhen became an official and had more social engagements and now they mostly live in Chang'an City.

Zhang Hao followed them to attend social engagements from time to time, make friends with all parties, and establish a network of relationships.
Chapter completed!