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

"Thomas Edison was a famous American inventor in the late 1800s. His work with light bulbs got a lot of attention. Over time, many stories were told about this work, including that he invented the light bulb. But this isn't true! Discover what's real and what's fiction through infographics, primary sources, and expertly leveled text"--

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 Thomas Alva Edison, the inventor of the electric lighting system and the phonograph

Details the life and work of Thomas Edison, who developed such inventions as the stock ticker, the light bulb, and the phonograph

Details the life and work of Thomas Edison, who developed the electric light bulb and over 1000 patents

Traces the life of Thomas Edison, focusing on his years as an inventor of the electric light bulb, the phonograph, and other electrical inventions

Shares a portrait of the inventor famed for such innovations as the incandescent lightbulb, batteries, and movie cameras, exploring his life-changing achievements and perseverance in the face of numerous failures.

"The riveting nonfiction account of the scientific competition to light the world with electricity."--

Presents the childhood of the American inventor, discussing his poverty, his self-education, his makeshift laboratories, and his early experiments