engineers

Stories of more than sixty African-American inventors and scientists whose accomplishments have often been overlooked by historians.

This book profiles the lives of ten creative American inventors and their inventions.

"The story of America's first Black engineer, his revolutionary son, and the corporation that destroyed their relationship"--Provided by publisher.

Simple text and photographs present the life of Thomas Edison, the inventor of the phonograph, lightbulb, and movies with sound.

Presents some of the characteristics of inventors by describing the inventions of people such as Alexander Graham Bell, Thomas Edison, and Eli Whitney.

Provides descriptions of over eighty jobs in engineering, covering civil, environmental, biomedical, mechanical, electrical, aerospace, agricultural and biological, industrial, and other concentrations in the field, each with information on salaries, education and training, special requirements and skills, job prospects, and related associations.

A brief biography of Thomas Edison, discussing his childhood, family, and career as an inventor.

Contains a chronological introduction, alphabetical arrangement of entries, glossary, diagrams, and index.

Describes the life of Benjamin Franklin, particularly his role as inventor.