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A fictionalized account of the lawsuit between George Westinghouse and Thomas Edison over the invention of the lightbulb, and a lawyer engaged in a rigorous pursuit of the truth.

As a curious child who was always asking questions, it's no wonder Thomas Edison grew up to become a famous, prolific inventor. This easy-to-read nonfiction story follows Edison from his time in school to his career as a full-time inventor. While it focuses on his groundbreaking creation of the lightbulb, this illuminating account also details other important innovations of his, like the phonograph and the microphone. Edison's discoveries will fascinate and inspire all curious young minds!.

An introduction to the life and accomplishments of Thomas Edison, America's most famous inventor.

"Engaging text and fun illustrations tell the story of Thomas Edison's childhood.".

Thomas Edison teaches Fiona and Finley about inventing.

In early twentieth-century New York, Sacha Kessler's ability to see witches earns him an apprenticeship to the police department's star inquisitor, Maximillian Wolf, to help stop magical crime. With fellow apprentice Lily Astral, Sacha investigates who is trying to kill Thomas Edison, whose mechanical witch detector could unleash the worst witch-hunt in American history.

A brief biography of inventor Nikola Tesla, who helped provided electricity to the United States.

Discusses the life and inventions of Thomas Edison.

A biography of inventor Thomas Edison. Describes his curious nature from an early age when he fed worms to a friend to see if she would fly like a bird. Explores Edison's invention of the phonograph, electric light bulb, and motion pictures.

Tells the story of how Thomas Edison invented the light bulb.