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”The Wizard of Menlo Park is a great biography of Edison.”
The Wizard of Menlo Park
How Thomas Alva Edison Invented the Modern World
Randall E. Stross · 2010 · 496 pages
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About the book
Randall Stross traces the life of Thomas Edison, America's most prolific inventor, whose work revolutionized technology and industry. Combining meticulous research with engaging narrative, Stross reveals both Edison's creative genius and his aggressive commercial ambitions and notable rivalries. The biography places Edison within the American industrial boom, showing how technological innovation connects to economic power and corporate rivalry.
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| Author | Randall E. Stross |
|---|---|
| Year of publication | 2010 |
| Pages | 496 |
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