| Thomas and Mina: Unauthorized Biography Contributor(s): Howell, Thomas Lee (Author) |
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ISBN: 1493554271 ISBN-13: 9781493554270 Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform OUR PRICE: $7.55 Product Type: Paperback Published: October 2013 * Not available - Not in print at this time * |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Biography & Autobiography | Historical |
| Physical Information: 0.2" H x 5.98" W x 9.02" (0.31 lbs) 96 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: THOMAS AND MINA 1885-1931 Period Piece THOMAS EDISON marries his second wife MINA MILLER who is half his age in a time when wealth can buy happiness. Edison builds a summer home in Fort Myers, Florida quickly becoming an absent husband and neglectful father. His work ethics take a toll on his marriage and business relationships. His friendship with HENRY FORD is highlighted as he builds a home next door to Thomas and Mina. Edison invents the phonograph and takes credit for developing a film projector through extensive research mixed with ruthless business methods. Turmoil develops in their marriage as Mina becomes a matron of society and surpasses him in popularity. |