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Story of Edison and The Wonders of Electricity

Story of Edison and The Wonders of Electricity

By: Frank Mundell
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 Despite having attended formal school for only a few months in his childhood, Thomas Alva Edison was nurtured at home by his mother, a former schoolmistress, who instilled in him the foundational skills of reading, writing, and arithmetic. With an insatiable curiosity and a relentless spirit, Edison transformed his knowledge and passion for technology into groundbreaking inventions, overcoming challenges and seizing opportunities along the way. This engaging book delves into the remarkable highs and lows of Edisons life, illustrating how he turned adversity into triumph. It covers his significant contributions, including advancements in the telegraph and telephone, as well as the revolutionary phonograph and electric light bulb. Originally part of the inspirational Men of Fame series by Victorian author Frank Mundell, this book serves as a testament to Edisons enduring legacy and the power of perseverance. - Summary by Steve CCopyright Biographies 2.0
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  • 15 - Story of Edison and The Wonders of Electricity by Frank Mundell

    15 - Story of Edison and The Wonders of Electricity by Frank Mundell
    Aug 19 2025
    Despite having attended formal school for only a few months in his childhood, Thomas Alva Edison was nurtured at home by his mother, a former schoolmistress, who instilled in him the foundational skills of reading, writing, and arithmetic. With an insatiable curiosity and a relentless spirit, Edison transformed his knowledge and passion for technology into groundbreaking inventions, overcoming challenges and seizing opportunities along the way. This engaging book delves into the remarkable highs and lows of Edisons life, illustrating how he turned adversity into triumph. It covers his significant contributions, including advancements in the telegraph and telephone, as well as the revolutionary phonograph and electric light bulb. Originally part of the inspirational Men of Fame series by Victorian author Frank Mundell, this book serves as a testament to Edisons enduring legacy and the power of perseverance. - Summary by Steve C
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    10 mins
  • 14 - Story of Edison and The Wonders of Electricity by Frank Mundell

    14 - Story of Edison and The Wonders of Electricity by Frank Mundell
    Aug 19 2025
    Despite having attended formal school for only a few months in his childhood, Thomas Alva Edison was nurtured at home by his mother, a former schoolmistress, who instilled in him the foundational skills of reading, writing, and arithmetic. With an insatiable curiosity and a relentless spirit, Edison transformed his knowledge and passion for technology into groundbreaking inventions, overcoming challenges and seizing opportunities along the way. This engaging book delves into the remarkable highs and lows of Edisons life, illustrating how he turned adversity into triumph. It covers his significant contributions, including advancements in the telegraph and telephone, as well as the revolutionary phonograph and electric light bulb. Originally part of the inspirational Men of Fame series by Victorian author Frank Mundell, this book serves as a testament to Edisons enduring legacy and the power of perseverance. - Summary by Steve C
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    18 mins
  • 13 - Story of Edison and The Wonders of Electricity by Frank Mundell

    13 - Story of Edison and The Wonders of Electricity by Frank Mundell
    Aug 19 2025
    Despite having attended formal school for only a few months in his childhood, Thomas Alva Edison was nurtured at home by his mother, a former schoolmistress, who instilled in him the foundational skills of reading, writing, and arithmetic. With an insatiable curiosity and a relentless spirit, Edison transformed his knowledge and passion for technology into groundbreaking inventions, overcoming challenges and seizing opportunities along the way. This engaging book delves into the remarkable highs and lows of Edisons life, illustrating how he turned adversity into triumph. It covers his significant contributions, including advancements in the telegraph and telephone, as well as the revolutionary phonograph and electric light bulb. Originally part of the inspirational Men of Fame series by Victorian author Frank Mundell, this book serves as a testament to Edisons enduring legacy and the power of perseverance. - Summary by Steve C
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    10 mins
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