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John Logie Baird
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Bibliographic Detail
Publisher
Heinemann/Raintree
Publication date
September 1, 2002
Pages
47
Binding
Library
Book category
Juvenile Non-Fiction
ISBN-13
9780739852224
ISBN-10
0739852221
Dimensions
0.50 by 8 by 10.25 in.
Weight
0.80 lbs.
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Out of Print
Original list price
$31.43
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juvenile
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§As reported by publisher
Summaries and Reviews
Summary
Examines the life and work of John Logie Baird, who created successful television systems and was a key figure in the history of the development of television.
Amazon.com description: Product Description: As well as telling the story of Baird's life from his childhood in Scotland to his international fame as 'the Television Man', this book looks at the impact of his invention in terms of its importance in world history. The science behind the invention of the television is explained with interesting diagrams, and quotes from Baird and his contemporaries give an insight into the famous inventor's mind. Towards the end of the book, Baird's legacy on 20th century history is discussed, giving the reader a chance to think about the impact of his life and scientific discovery on world history as a whole.
Editions
Paperback
New edition from Gardners Books (May 15, 2003)
9780750239790 | details & prices | 48 pages | List price $12.55
About: As well as telling the story of Baird's life from his childhood in Scotland to his international fame as 'the Television Man', this book looks at the impact of his invention in terms of its importance in world history.
About: As well as telling the story of Baird's life from his childhood in Scotland to his international fame as 'the Television Man', this book looks at the impact of his invention in terms of its importance in world history.
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from Heinemann/Raintree (September 1, 2002)
9780739852224 | details & prices | 47 pages | 8.00 × 10.25 × 0.50 in. | Rec. grade levels 3-4 | 0.80 lbs | List price $31.43
About: Examines the life and work of John Logie Baird, who created successful television systems and was a key figure in the history of the development of television.
About: Examines the life and work of John Logie Baird, who created successful television systems and was a key figure in the history of the development of television.
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