What was the earliest known printed book?

A Buddhist scripture printed in 868.

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Why: A Buddhist scripture printed in 868 is the earliest known printed book, produced in China.

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Answer: A Buddhist scripture printed in 868. A Buddhist scripture printed in 868 is the earliest known printed book, produced in China.

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    A Buddhist scripture printed in 868 is the earliest known printed book
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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