Edison was historys most prolific inventor--1093 patents were issued in his name--and one of the nations most honored men. At one time he was the best-known American in the world. Yet his life and career seemed peculiarly elusive.
Immense gapsMoreEdison was historys most prolific inventor--1093 patents were issued in his name--and one of the nations most honored men. At one time he was the best-known American in the world. Yet his life and career seemed peculiarly elusive. Immense gaps existed at critical junctures.