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  • Thomas Edison

  • The One Who Changed the World: Great Biographies, Book 1
  • By: The History Hour
  • Narrated by: Jerry Beebe
  • Length: 1 hr and 26 mins
  • 5.0 out of 5 stars (6 ratings)

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Summary

There is a lot more to the story than just the light bulb, and there is a lot more to the invention of the light bulb than just Thomas Edison. One thing is for sure - he is still remembered as one of the greatest inventors of all time and perhaps the greatest that America has ever produced. In truth, Edison was a man who invented a lot of things while bringing about incredible advancements in many other things. With the stock ticker, the telegraph, the light bulb, and the motion picture, he may not have invented them, but he improved on them beyond any recognition. They would not be the technologies they are today without Edison’s great mind working on them.

Inside you’ll hearabout:

  • Born into a country of great change
  • The telegraph and the start of his genius
  • How Edison created the invention machine
  • Edison and the phonograph
  • It wasn’t always about success for Edison
  • The truth about the light bulb
  • The rivalry between Tesla and the “war of the currents”
  • Father of the motion pictures
  • The man behind the inventions
  • Edison’s greatest quotes
  • His death and the legacy he left behind
  • Remember him for the right reasons
  • And much more!

Thomas Edison seems to be remembered these days either as the man who invented the light bulb or as the man who didn’t. Without knowing any more about him, you are either giving him false praise for something he didn’t do or not taking into account all the other work he did.

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Excellent book

Wow!!! I really loved this book. Lots of information about Thomas has included in this book that i did not know before.

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The Biography of a Gentleman, The Inventor
I Admire the Most, from Past Time, a Greatly Gifted Individual with High Ideals, Principles and Values! Who's Sole Purpose was to Connect the World Trough His Numerous Inventions With a Positive Purpose...

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A nice one!!!

Better for everyone who are searching for a Great scientist book with some sort of struggle? Than this one is one of the best. I would prefer this one above every book. I am totally satisfied with this book

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Excellent

Thanks so much for providing us with something as fun as it is educational. I simply can not wait to find the next one.

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This book is extraordinary ! Very well listen !I really enjoyed it! I listen it all in one shot, because I found it so diverting. I am anxious to find more books by the same author. recommend !!

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Edison was a brilliant inventor

Edison was a brilliant inventor matched only by his work ethic. He was also a poor business man who unfortunately held some racist beliefs. Whether a fan of the man or not this book offers an in depth look into the life and habits of the man who's inventions shaped the 21st century.

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