Publisher's Synopsis
The Life and Inventions of Thomas Alva Edison is a biographical book written by William Kennedy Laurie Dickson in 1894. The book is a detailed account of the life of Thomas Alva Edison, one of the most prominent inventors of the 19th century. The book covers Edison's early life, his education, his inventions, and his impact on the world.The book begins with Edison's childhood and his early interest in science and technology. It then goes on to describe his education and early career as a telegraph operator. The book then delves into Edison's many inventions, including the phonograph, the light bulb, and the motion picture camera.Throughout the book, Dickson provides a detailed account of Edison's life and his many achievements. He describes Edison's work ethic, his dedication to his inventions, and his impact on the world. The book also includes many illustrations and photographs of Edison's inventions and experiments.Overall, The Life and Inventions of Thomas Alva Edison is a comprehensive and engaging biography of one of the most important inventors of the 19th century. It provides a fascinating insight into Edison's life, his work, and his legacy.With Drawings And Photographs By W. K. L. Dickson, R. F. Outcalt, L. Bauhan And J. Ricalton.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
