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The Story of Edison and The Wonders of Electricity

by Frank Mundell

This book explores some of the highs and lows that Edison encountered throughout his life and shows how he was able to turn apparent adverse situations to his advantage. A number of his inventions including his improvements connected with the telegraph and telephone, as well as the development of the phonograph and the electric light bulb are covered in various chapters.

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English

Original Language

English

Published In

1898

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