1847-1931

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.

Looks at the lives of electrical inventors Nikola Tesla and Thomas Edison.

Looks at the life and career of inventor Thomas Edison.

Presents a biography of the tireless Thomas Edison, illustrated with many photos of his life and inventions.

A biography, in graphic novel format, of Thomas Edison, Nikola Tesla, and Alexander Graham Bell, that focuses on the point when their lives intersected around the turn of the twentieth century, as they each raced to be the leading genius of the time and improve the world for mankind with advances in the fields of light, sound, and vision.

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

"A compelling introduction to electric current, this volume investigates the conducting properties of various materials and goes on to describe ways of producing electric currents. It also describes how electricity is used in the home, in industry, and in the world of communications. Aligned to the Common Core science standards, the text explains moving charge, current and stored charge, resistance and power, direct and alternating currents, and electricity from machines, among other subjects. Nine activities help students understand practical applications. A chapter about Thomas Alva Edison honors his electric lightbulb invention and the beginning of the electric age" -- Provided by publisher.

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

"During the coldest winter ever, George and Gracie land in Menlo Park, New Jersey, 1879--near Thomas Edison's famous laboratory. Mr. Edison has just invented a long-burning light bulb, but he's keeping a huge secret: he's also discovered time travel. The twins need Mr. Edison's help to protect the time machine from Crow. But will they stop Crowe in time?"--Back cover.