Traces the life of Thomas Edison, one of the most influential inventors in American history, from his early childhood and education through his sources of inspiration and challenges faced, early successes, and the many inventions for which he is best known.
A biography of American inventor and businessperson Thomas Edison, covering his upbringing, marriages, career, and many patented creations, such as the first practical electric light bulb.
Examines the life and career of American inventor and businessman Thomas Edison, and features cartoon-style illustrations, and reproductions of Edison's sketches and notebooks.
Presents a brief illustrated biography of Nikola Tesla. Includes a timeline of key events in Tesla's life compared with a timeline of world events at the time of his life.
Introduces readers to the different ways electrical engineers use science, technology, engineering, and math in their work every day. Also covers the steps a person can take to become an electrical engineer.
Examines the work of inventor and engineer Nikola Tesla, covering his various experiments in places such as Niagara Falls and Colorado Springs pertaining to alternating current and other forms of electromagnetic power and electromechanical engineering.