Bibliograph

Fact and fiction of American invention, by Tammy Gagne ; content consultant Paul Israel, PhD, Research Professor and Director of the Thomas A. Edison Papers Project, Rutgers University

Type

Label

Fact and fiction of American invention, by Tammy Gagne ; content consultant Paul Israel, PhD, Research Professor and Director of the Thomas A. Edison Papers Project, Rutgers University

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (page 47) and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Fact and fiction of American invention

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1275393864

Responsibility statement

by Tammy Gagne ; content consultant Paul Israel, PhD, Research Professor and Director of the Thomas A. Edison Papers Project, Rutgers University

Series statement

Fact and fiction of American history

Summary

The telephone, the lightbulb, and the airplane are all inventions have changed the world for the better. But many popular stories about the creation of American inventions have gotten some facts wrong and left out others altogether. Fact and Fiction of American Invention dives into the myths about inventors and their inventions and brings the truth to light. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index

Table Of Contents

Who thought of it first? -- Taking all the credit -- Bright ideas -- Going places -- Overlooked -- Important dates

Target audience

juvenile

Classification