Thomas Alva Edison
Inventor and Entrepreneur
New York : Britannica Educational Publishing, in association with Rosen Educational Services, 2015.
Format: Book
Edition: First edition.
Description: 32 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 21 cm.
Most readers will recognize the name, but their information might be limited to Thomas Alva Edison's most famous inventions, including the light bulb, phonograph, and motion picture camera. This brief introductory biography introduces young readers to Edison's extraordinary life and brilliant mind. Beginning with his younger years, this book guides readers through his school and work experiences, highlighting his inspirations and other talents, such as salesmanship. An overview of his many later inventions make clear why he was called the "Wizard of Menlo Park" and has such a prominent place in history.
Series: Britannica beginner bios.
Contents:
"Wizard of Menlo Park" -- Early life -- Moving to Menlo Park -- It's electric -- Back to the phonograph, and beyond.
Subjects:
Edison, Thomas A. (Thomas Alva), 1847-1931 -- Juvenile literature.
Inventors -- United States -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.
Edison, Thomas A. (Thomas Alva), 1847-1931 -- Juvenile literature.
Inventors -- United States -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.
Target Audience: NC830L
ISBN:
9781622756933 (library bound)
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Call Number | Location | Shelf Location | Status |
C BIOGRAPHY Edison, Thomas | Main (Downtown) | Garden Level, Children's Biography | In |
C BIOGRAPHY Edison, Thomas | Main (Downtown) | Garden Level, Children's Biography | In |
C BIOGRAPHY Edison, Thomas | Main (Downtown) | Available by placing a hold, Repository - Children's | In |
C BIOGRAPHY Edison, Thomas | Main (Downtown) | Available by placing a hold, Repository - Children's | In |
Includes bibliographical references and index.