#3 The Wizard of Menlo Park: How Thomas Edison Invented The Modern the Modern World
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Mar 24, 2017
Explore the fascinating life of Thomas Edison, starting from his entrepreneurial ventures at just 12 years old. Delve into his disciplined approach to innovation and the intriguing rivalry he had with Alexander Graham Bell. Discover his unique friendship with Henry Ford, which shaped modern industry. Learn how Edison's deafness influenced his creativity while weaving through his complexities as a public figure. Lastly, reflect on the profound legacy he left behind as he faced life's final challenges.
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Edison's Boyhood Businesses
At 12, Edison ran businesses on a train, selling goods and publishing a newspaper.
A chemistry experiment fire ended his train ventures.
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Telegraphy Mastery
Edison dedicated himself to learning telegraphy, practicing Morse code for 18 hours a day.
This dedication helped him become a professional telegraph operator.
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Commercial Focus
Edison learned that inventions must address commercial needs, not just technical cleverness.
His vote recorder failed because it disrupted political processes.
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This book provides a detailed look at Thomas Edison’s life, from his early inventions to his later years. It explores how Edison came upon his most famous inventions, his relationships with partners, competitors, and notable figures like Henry Ford, and how he managed his fame to become the first great celebrity of the modern age.
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Edison starts his first business at 12 years old (11:00)
Edison's discipline (20:00)
Edison's rivalry with Alexander Graham Bell (38:00)
Edison's friendship with Henry Ford (1:00:00)
Edison's stoic nature (1:15:00)
The death of Thomas Edison (1:21:00)
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