inventors

Chronicles Benjamin Franklin's life from 1730 to 1747, discussing his marriage, the birth of his illegitimate son, William, his work as a printer, his founding of Pennsylvania's first volunteer fire company and Philadelphia's Library Company, and his environmentalism, and examines his writings from this period, covering such works as "The Speech of Miss Polly Baker.".

Chronicles the life of Samuel Morse, focusing on the evolution of his invention of the American electromagnetic telegraph.

Examines the life and many interests of eighteenth-century inventor and artist Robert Fulton, focusing on his development of the first large steamboat that worked.

A brief, illustrated, biography of inventor Thomas Edison that describes his childhood, professional accomplishments, personal relationships, and other related topics.

"Read about Mary Anderson's early life, and find out why she invented windshield wipers"--.

When a Russian billionaire robs the Norwegian Gold Reserve and melts the last remaining gold bar into the Premier Soccer League trophy, it's up to Doctor Proctor, Nilly, and Lisa to recapture it.

Describes the many accomplishments of Benjamin Franklin. Discusses his work as a scientist, a printer, a writer, and a statesman.

A brief biography of Thomas Edison, discussing his childhood, family, and career as an inventor.

"Describes Jacques Cousteau's life and the invention of the aqua lung"--Provided by publisher.

"Describes Willis Haviland Carrier's early life on a farm, his desire to go to college, and the creation of air conditioning"--Provided by publisher.