inventors

A biography of the scientist and educator who invented the telephone.

Provides a brief profile of the life of Thomas Alva Edison and explains the nature of electricity. Includes photographs, illustrations, and related experiments.

An introduction to the life of Thomas Edison, who invented the light bulb, the phonograph, and moving pictures.

Examines the life of Thomas Edison, the American inventor credited with developing the first practical light bulb, discussing his early innovations, and noting his many accomplishments, which led to his receiving over one thousand patents.

A biography of Orville and Wilbur Wright, highlighting the early years up to the first flight at Kitty Hawk.

Minski travels across Europe inventing wonderful things, till at last he accomplishes his proudest achievement.

The story of the life of the famous inventor of the electric light bulb.

Traces the life of the man who invented the phonograph, light bulb, and motion picture camera, with an emphasis on the value of perseverance in his achievements.

Presents 172 entries that examine the lives and work of inventors in the field of communications, transportation, entertainment, medicine, home economics, and agriculture, with biographies and articles about environmental concerns, the patent process, the role of youth, and more.

Profiles the life and work of inventor Thomas Edison, describing his different inventions, many of which are still being used today, as well as his personal life.