The Boyhood of Great Inventors
The Boyhood of Great Inventors

Author: A. Fraser Robertson

Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan

Published: 2024-06-12

Total Pages: 102

ISBN-13:

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Discover the fascinating origin stories of some of the world's greatest inventors with A. Fraser Robertson's captivating book, "The Boyhood of Great Inventors." Step back in time and uncover the childhoods of these visionary individuals, whose curiosity and ingenuity shaped the course of history. As Robertson's insightful narrative unfolds, prepare to be inspired by the early lives of inventors such as Thomas Edison, Alexander Graham Bell, and Nikola Tesla. From humble beginnings to groundbreaking discoveries, each story highlights the transformative power of imagination and perseverance. But here's the intriguing question that will keep you engaged: What experiences and influences shaped these young minds and set them on the path to greatness? Explore the formative years of these inventors and uncover the key moments that sparked their curiosity and fueled their passion for innovation. Delve into the fascinating world of invention and innovation as Robertson brings to life the childhoods of these extraordinary individuals. Through anecdotes, historical insights, and vivid storytelling, gain a deeper understanding of the personal and societal factors that contributed to their success. Are you ready to embark on a journey through the formative years of great inventors and uncover the secrets of their early brilliance? Immerse yourself in Robertson's captivating prose and engaging storytelling as he reveals the untold stories behind some of history's most iconic figures. Let the tales of perseverance, curiosity, and determination inspire you to pursue your own passions and dreams. Join the ranks of those who have been inspired by the ingenuity and creativity of great inventors. Start your journey into "The Boyhood of Great Inventors" today! Experience the transformative power of childhood curiosity and imagination firsthand. Purchase your copy of "The Boyhood of Great Inventors" now and unlock the secrets of genius hidden within the pages of history.

A Wizard from the Start
A Wizard from the Start

Author: Don Brown

Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

Published: 2010-05-03

Total Pages: 37

ISBN-13: 0547488165

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A wizard from the start, Thomas Edison had a thirst for knowledge, taste for mischief, and hunger for discovery—but his success was made possible by his boundless energy. At age fourteen he coined his personal motto: “The More to do, the more to be done,” and then went out and did: picking up skills and knowledge at every turn. When learning about things that existed wasn't enough, he dreamed up new inventions to improve the world. From humble beginnings as a farmer’s son, selling newspapers on trains and reading through public libraries shelf by shelf, Tom began his inventing career as a boy and became a legend as a man.

Edison
Edison

Author: Edmund Morris

Publisher:

Published: 2019

Total Pages: 801

ISBN-13: 081299311X

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From Pulitzer Prize-winning author Morris comes a revelatory new biography ofThomas Alva Edison, the most prolific genius in American history.

Great Inventors and Their Inventions
Great Inventors and Their Inventions

Author: Frank Puterbaugh Bachman

Publisher:

Published: 1918

Total Pages: 284

ISBN-13:

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Nine remarkable men produced inventions that changed the world. The printing press, the telephone, powered flight, recording and others have made the modern world what it is. But who were the men who had these ideas and made reality of them? As David Angus shows, they were very different quiet, boisterous, confident, withdrawn but all had a moment of vision allied to single-minded determination to battle through numerous prototypes and produced something that really worked. It is a fascinating account for younger listeners.

Tesla
Tesla

Author: W. Bernard Carlson

Publisher: Princeton University Press

Published: 2015-04-27

Total Pages: 516

ISBN-13: 0691165610

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“The gold standard for Tesla biography.”—Science “Superb.”—Nature The definitive account of Tesla's life and work Nikola Tesla was a major contributor to the electrical revolution that transformed daily life at the turn of the twentieth century. His inventions, patents, and theoretical work formed the basis of modern AC electricity, and contributed to the development of radio and television. Like his competitor Thomas Edison, Tesla was one of America's first celebrity scientists, enjoying the company of New York high society and dazzling the likes of Mark Twain with his electrical demonstrations. An astute self-promoter and gifted showman, he cultivated a public image of the eccentric genius. Even at the end of his life when he was living in poverty, Tesla still attracted reporters to his annual birthday interview, regaling them with claims that he had invented a particle-beam weapon capable of bringing down enemy aircraft. Plenty of biographies glamorize Tesla and his eccentricities, but until now none has carefully examined what, how, and why he invented. In this groundbreaking book, W. Bernard Carlson demystifies the legendary inventor, placing him within the cultural and technological context of his time, and focusing on his inventions themselves as well as the creation and maintenance of his celebrity. Drawing on original documents from Tesla's private and public life, Carlson shows how he was an "idealist" inventor who sought the perfect experimental realization of a great idea or principle, and who skillfully sold his inventions to the public through mythmaking and illusion. This major biography sheds new light on Tesla's visionary approach to invention and the business strategies behind his most important technological breakthroughs.

The Boyhood of an Inventor (Classic Reprint)
The Boyhood of an Inventor (Classic Reprint)

Author: C. Francis Jenkins

Publisher:

Published: 2015-08-04

Total Pages: 294

ISBN-13: 9781332106318

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Excerpt from The Boyhood of an Inventor Born in the country, north of Dayton, Ohio, in 1867, of Quaker parents. Spent boyhood on a farm near Richmond, Indiana. Attended country school; a nearby high school; and Earlham College. "Explored" wheatfields and timber regions of northwest, and cattle ranges and mining camps of southwest United States. Came to Washington, D. C., early in 1890, and served as secretary to Sumner I. Kimball, U.S. Life Saving Service. Resigned in 1895 to take up inventing as a profession. Built the prototype of the motion picture projector now in every picture theatre the world over; developed the spiral-wound paraffined all-paper liquid container; and produced the first photographs by radio, and mechanism for viewing distant scenes by radio, i.e., television. Has over four hundred patents, American and foreign; and maintains a private laboratory in Washington. He is a member of the Franklin Institute, the American Association for the Advancement of Science, and founder of the Society of Motion Picture Engineers. Has several times been honored by scientific and other bodies for original research and attainment. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.