Who Invented the Light Bulb?

Edison vs. Swan

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Pub Date Jan 01 2018 | Archive Date Apr 30 2018
Lerner Publishing Group | Lerner Publications ™

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Description

Do you know who invented the light bulb? Most Americans will tell you it was Thomas Edison. But what if they're wrong? What if a British scientist named Joseph Swan was filing for the rights to this invention around the same time as Edison? You'll be on the edge of your seat as Edison and Swan go head-to-head to create the first usable light bulb. Patent battles, lies, determination, and more fill out this exciting race to the finish. You'll never look at a light bulb the same way again!

Do you know who invented the light bulb? Most Americans will tell you it was Thomas Edison. But what if they're wrong? What if a British scientist named Joseph Swan was filing for the rights to this...


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Also available in paperback. E-galley available for computer and tablet.

Also available in paperback. E-galley available for computer and tablet.


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ISBN 9781512483215
PRICE $29.32 (USD)

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