Tv's Forgotten Hero: The Story of Philo Farnsworth (Trailblazer Biographies) (Hardcover)

~ (Author) "All over the world people gazed, spellbound, at their television sets..." (more)
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Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 4-6. Philo Farnsworth?not your everyday household name?is introduced in this well-researched and accurate biography of the inventor responsible for making television work as we know it today. His unique ability to use the principles of electricity and to tirelessly experiment until his theory of electronic transmission was proven effective is simply, yet thoroughly explained. McPherson incorporates information about family, personal feelings, triumphs, and failures in language that flows easily. There is enough drama and suspense to stimulate readers' interest. Good, clear diagrams explain concepts and theory. Numerous back-and-white photos complement the account of Farnsworth's childhood, family life, and scientific world and work. A respectable bibliography and index round out this informative and succinct profile.?Rita Soltan, Baldwin Public Library, Birmingham, MI
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From Booklist

Gr. 4^-7. His name may be obscure, but his invention is one of the most pervasive of modern life. Philo Farnsworth invented electronic television when he was only 14 years old. Years of struggle followed to develop the concept, patent it, and see his dream become reality. Along the way Farnsworth also invented the Isolette, an enclosed, sterile crib for isolating premature babies too frail to survive in a normal environment. He also developed a radar system used by the military and an Iatron, which assisted air traffic controllers in monitoring aircraft, and researched the peaceful uses of nuclear fusion. Interestingly reconstructing the drama of Farnsworth's life, McPherson incorporates anecdotes that personalize the precocious youth and inventive adult. A generous supply of photographs punctuates a very readable biography. Ellen Mandel

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9-12
  
• Hardcover: 96 pages
• Publisher: Carolrhoda Books (October 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 157505017X
• ISBN-13: 978-1575050171
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 7.3 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.7 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
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