1.1 Introduction1.2 Why Electronic Paper?1.3 Brightness, Color, and Resolution1.4 Reflectivity and Viewing Angle1.5 Translating Print‐on‐Paper into Electronic Paper1.6 The Allure of Electronic Paper vs. the Practicality of LCDs1.7 The Evolution of Electrophoretic Display‐Based Electronic Paper1.8 Initial Wave of Electrophoretic Display Development1.9 The Revival of EPDs1.10 Developing a Commercial Display1.11 Enhancing Brightness and Contrast1.12 Microencapsulation Breakthrough1.13 Image Retention1.14 Active‐Matrix Compatibility1.15 Electronic Book Products, and E Ink Merger1.16 SummaryReferences