Originally published as: American inventors of the 20th century. Berkeley Heights, NJ : Enslow Publishers, 1996. Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents:
William Lear : inventor of the impossible -- Philo Farnsworth : the father of television -- Beatrice Kenner : making life easier -- Gertrude Belle Elion : a life saver -- Gordon Gould : receiving his due -- Charles Ginsburg : a team leader -- Robert Shurney : a struggle for success -- Jack Kilby : the might of a tiny chip -- Stephanie Kwolek : strong as Kevlar -- Lonnie Johnson : ready, aim, soak!
Summary:
Profiles ten notable American inventors of the twentieth century including the men and women who invented the television, the Learjet, the laser beam, and the microchip. Includes photographs.
Series:
Inspiring collective biographies
Indexed by:
Horn Book Guide, 4/2014 School Library Journal, 2/2014
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.