Thomas Edison , livre ebook

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08 mai 2014

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9781406272581

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English

Poids de l'ouvrage

6 Mo

This book traces the life of Thomas Edison, from his early childhood and education through his sources of inspiration and challenges faced, early successes, and the many inventions for which he is best known. A timeline at the end of the book summarizes key milestones and achievements of Edison's life.

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Publié par

Capstone Global Library

Date de parution

08 mai 2014

EAN13

9781406272581

Langue

English

Poids de l'ouvrage

6 Mo

Thomas EdisoKay Barnham

Science Biographies

Thomas Edison Kay Barnham

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