Thomas Alva Edison
( Britannica Beginner Bios )
Publication series ：Britannica Beginner Bios
Author： Greg Roza
Publisher： Encyclopaedia Britannica
Publication year： 2014
E-ISBN: 9781622756964
P-ISBN(Hardback): 9781622756933
Subject： G61 preschool education, preschool education
Keyword： Juvenile Non-Fiction, Biographies
Language： ENG
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Description
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.