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Joël Dicker

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Menlo Park Reminiscences V1 is a book written by Francis Jehl, which provides a fascinating account of the life and work of Thomas Edison, the inventor who changed the world with his groundbreaking inventions. The book is a memoir of Jehl's time spent working with Edison at his laboratory in Menlo Park, New Jersey, and it offers a unique perspective on the man who was responsible for some of the most important technological advancements of the 19th and 20th centuries. In this volume, Jehl covers Edison's early years, his rise to fame, and his work on a variety of projects, including the invention of the phonograph and the development of the electric light bulb. The book also provides insights into Edison's personality, his work ethic, and his approach to innovation. Jehl's writing is engaging and informative, and he provides a wealth of detail about Edison's life and work that is sure to fascinate anyone with an interest in the history of technology. The book is a must-read for anyone who wants to gain a deeper understanding of one of the most important figures in the history of science and technology.Other volumes in this set include ISBN number(s): 076612648X, 0766126498. Volume 1 of 3. (This description is for all volumes.) No more important contribution to the story of pioneer electrical develoment could have been made than the intimate day-by-day details that Mr. Jehl set down in book form, at the suggestion of Mr. Henry Ford. Edison referred to Jehl as ""one of my old associates and fellow-workers."" ""With the restoration of the original Menlo Park laboratory in Greenfield Village, Dearborn, the memories of those Menlo Park days have been recalled and placed on record in these 'Reminiscences.' These books complete Mr. Jehl's intimate and true story of Edison at the greatest period of his career, those years at Menlo Park whose brilliant exploits gave to the world the Edison universally honored today. The 'Reminiscences' also include a list of the men who assisted in that great work at Menlo Park. With hundreds of rare photographs, this 3 volume set is historically fascinating, scientifically stimulating, and metaphysically enlightening as you read how Edison conceived the idea of inventions and how he brought them into material existence.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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