Thomas Alva Edison an Intimate Record

By Francis Arthur Jones

"Thomas Alva Edison an Intimate Record" provides a comprehensive and personal examination of the life and legacy of America's most famous inventor. Written by Francis Arthur Jones, this narrative captures the spirit of innovation that defined the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. The work chronicles Edison's development from a young, inquisitive mind into a global figure whose laboratories at Menlo Park and West Orange became the birthplace of modern technology.

Focusing on the persistence and vision required to bring the incandescent light bulb, the phonograph, and early cinema to life, this biography highlights the character traits that fueled Edison's success. Beyond the patents and scientific breakthroughs, the text offers a rare glimpse into Edison's daily life, his interactions with his peers, and his philosophy regarding labor and experimentation. It portrays a man whose work ethic and ingenuity changed the way the world lives, works, and communicates. "Thomas Alva Edison an Intimate Record" stands as a vital resource for understanding the historical impact of scientific progress and the personal drive of the man who lit the world.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1025464443
• ISBN13: 9781025464442
• Release Date: February 2026
• Publisher: Tradd Street Press
• Length: 448 Pages
• Weight: 1.37 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.1" x 9.2"