Pioneers of Electricity (Library Binding) (ISBN-13: 9781433984129)

Many scientists over the years have added to our understanding of electricity. As far back as ancient Greece when Thales recorded the effects of static electricity. Readers are provided accounts of the most important contributions to the study of electricity through accessible text. Ben Franklin's kite, Thomas Edison's light bulb, and Alessandro Volta's battery are just a few of the featured experiments. Readers will not only learn about these inventive people but also what they taught us about the fascinating properties of electricity.

Author: Eileen McWilliams
ISBN-10: 1433984121
ISBN-13: 9781433984129
Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing
Language: English
Published: 01/16/2013
Pages: 24
Format: Library Binding
Weight: 0.50lbs
Size: 8.60h x 8.60w x 0.30d

Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 04/01/2013 pg. 96