Summary:
Tim O'Shei writes an informational and age appropriate biography of Philo T. Farnsworth in this selection. He writes about the difficulties Farnsworth faced as he worked laboriously on his invention. Farnsworth had a rough childhood, with his father passing away when Farnsworth was only 17 years old. Farnsworth developed the technology for creating the television, but had a tough time developing the product because of other competitors in the market and finding the right funding. In 1935, after a tough battle, Farnsworth learned from the U. S. Patent Office that he was credited with the invention of the television. His later years were spent with his wife Pem, and in the 1960's Farnsworth also began working with Nuclear Fusion.
Interest Level:
Children Ages 9-12
Tim O'Shei writes an informational and age appropriate biography of Philo T. Farnsworth in this selection. He writes about the difficulties Farnsworth faced as he worked laboriously on his invention. Farnsworth had a rough childhood, with his father passing away when Farnsworth was only 17 years old. Farnsworth developed the technology for creating the television, but had a tough time developing the product because of other competitors in the market and finding the right funding. In 1935, after a tough battle, Farnsworth learned from the U. S. Patent Office that he was credited with the invention of the television. His later years were spent with his wife Pem, and in the 1960's Farnsworth also began working with Nuclear Fusion.
Interest Level:
Children Ages 9-12
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