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The story of Thomas Alva Edison, inventor

the wizard of Menlo Park
1990
The story of the life of the famous inventor of the electric light bulb.

Alexander Graham Bell

inventor and visionary
2003
Explores the life of Alexander Graham Bell, the inventor of numerous devices, including the telephone.

Careers in focus

Engineering
1999
This book explores the top twenty-one careers in engieering in terms of the nature of the work, educational or training requirements, ways to get started, advancement possibilities, salary figures, emplayment outlook, and sources of more information.

Helen Greiner

cofounder of the iRobot Corporation
2009
Chronicles the life and accomplishments of Helen Greiner, an American mechanical engineer and cofounder of a consumer robotics corporation in Massachusetts, and discusses her childhood and early fascination with robots, education, robotic creations, and other topics.

Guglielmo Marconi

2009
Introduces children to the life and work of scientist Guglielmo Marconi, discussing his childhood, schooling, work with radio signals, and scientific legacy.

Construction math

2006
Provides information about the construction, focusing on the importance of math in the process of building. Includes photographs and a glossary.

James Watt and the power of steam

1981
Describes the life of this scientist, artisan, engineer, and designer who developed the steam engine.

Alesander Graham Bell

inventor and teacher
1999
A biography of the man known for his interest in teaching the deaf and for his invention of the telegphone.

The electric light

Thomas Edison's illuminating invention
2007
Describes the life and achievements of Thomas Edison, who is credited with inventing the phonograph in 1877 and the light bulb in 1879. Includes time line and resources.

Is there a civil engineer inside you?

a student's guide to exploring careers in civil engineering & civil engineering technology
2007
Provides information on career options available for civil engineer majors, including architectural, environmental, structural, and transportation engineering; and includes related article as well as lists of student competitions, societies, and accredited programs.

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