Inventing the Future: A Photobiography of Thomas Alva Edison

Written by Marfe Ferguson Delano. Published by National Geographic.

About

This biography of the inventor of the light bulb, the phonograph, and the motion picture emphasizes his devotion to hard work and his belief that, “genius is one percent inspiration and ninety-nine percent perspiration.” Handsomely designed and including many historic photographs.

Awards Won

Title Year
"" Notable Children's Books
Each year the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) identifies the best of the best of children's books on the Notable Children's Books list.
2003 - Selection(s)