inventors

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inventors

Thomas Alva Edison, great inventor

1996
Traces the life and contributions of the American genius who changed the world forever through his inventions including the electric lightbulb and the phonograph.

The Wright brothers

2004
Presents a brief biography of Orville and Wilbur Wright, the bicycle makers who built--and flew--the world's first successful piloted aircraft powered by an engine, describing their childhood, education, achievements, and legacy.

You must kiss a whale

1992
Thirteen-year-old Evelyn, stuck in an old house in the desert with her obsessed inventor mother, finds a short story written by her long-gone father and comes to a better understanding of both her parents.

Moving civilization

the growth of transportation
2003
Traces the history of transportation, focusing on the lives of people who have contributed to its evolution.

Connecting civilization

the growth of communication
2003
Presents a comprehensive history of communications, with emphasis on the lives of the people who have contributed to its evolution.

Almost famous

1994
Ten-year-old Maxine is determined to become a famous inventor so she can take care of her younger brother's heart condition, and she convinces a troubled classmate to help her.

Thomas Alva Edison

2004
Chronicles the life of American inventor Thomas Edison, discussing his world, his work, and his legacy.

Leonardo da Vinci

2004
Presents a comprehensive biography of the life of fifteenth-century Renaissance painter and sculptor Leonardo da Vinci, and chronicles his childhood, accomplishments, and impact on history.

Murder suicide

2004
Forensic scientist Dr. Frank Clevenger takes on the murder case of Frank Snow, whom officials believe committed suicide, but Dr. Clevenger suspects the brilliant inventor was murdered and soon has a lengthy list of suspects, including the victim's wife, son, and mistress.

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