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Who invented the light bulb?

Edison vs. Swan
2018
Explores the invention of the light bulb.
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The last days of night

a novel
Young lawyer Paul Cravath agrees to defend George Westinghouse as he's sued by Thomas Edison over rights to invention of the light bulb. Launched into the two men's world of high society, Paul's obsessive pursuit of victory will lead him to Nikola Tesla, the brilliant inventor who may hold the key to defeating Edison. Based on true events.
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The last days of night

a novel
2016
A fictionalized account of the lawsuit between George Westinghouse and Thomas Edison over the invention of the lightbulb, and a lawyer engaged in a rigorous pursuit of the truth.

Who was Thomas Alva Edison?

An introduction to the life and accomplishments of Thomas Edison, America's most famous inventor.

When Thomas Edison fed someone worms

"Engaging text and fun illustrations tell the story of Thomas Edison's childhood.".

Toffee with Thomas Edison

2016
Thomas Edison teaches Fiona and Finley about inventing.

The inquisitor's apprentice

2013
In early twentieth-century New York, Sacha Kessler's ability to see witches earns him an apprenticeship to the police department's star inquisitor, Maximillian Wolf, to help stop magical crime. With fellow apprentice Lily Astral, Sacha investigates who is trying to kill Thomas Edison, whose mechanical witch detector could unleash the worst witch-hunt in American history.

Zap!

Nikola Tesla takes charge
2016
A brief biography of inventor Nikola Tesla, who helped provided electricity to the United States.

Thomas Edison

Discusses the life and inventions of Thomas Edison.

Who was Thomas Alva Edison?

A biography of inventor Thomas Edison. Describes his curious nature from an early age when he fed worms to a friend to see if she would fly like a bird. Explores Edison's invention of the phonograph, electric light bulb, and motion pictures.

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