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    Light Bulb, The
    Light Bulb, The
    Light Bulb, The
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    Light Bulb, The

    By Emily Rose Oachs

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    Many consider Thomas Edison the inventor of the light bulb, but this world-changing invention has a long history. Since the 19th century, many have worked to create and improve the light bulb. Starting from the light bulb’s early development all the way up to its modern uses, this informative title will fascinate anyone who wants to know about the invention that lights up the world!
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherBellwether Media
    Release dateJan 1, 2019
    ISBN9781681037028
    Light Bulb, The
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    Emily Rose Oachs

    Emily Rose Oachs graduated with a degree in communication studies. She now works as a freelance writer and editor and has authored more than thirty nonfiction books for children and young adults. She lives in Los Angeles.

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