Thomas Alva Edison

Thomas Alva Edison is a biography written by Francis Rolt-Wheeler that chronicles the life and achievements of the famous inventor. The book starts by introducing Edison's childhood and early years, including his struggles with hearing loss and his early fascination with science and experimentation. It then delves into his early career, including his work as a telegraph operator and his creation of the phonograph. The book also explores Edison's most famous inventions, such as the incandescent light bulb and the motion picture camera, and discusses the impact these inventions had on society. Additionally, it covers Edison's personal life, including his marriage and family, as well as his later years and legacy. Throughout the book, the author provides insight into Edison's thought process and the challenges he faced in his work, as well as the ways in which his inventions changed the world. Written in an engaging style, Thomas Alva Edison offers a comprehensive look at the life of one of the most influential inventors in history.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.