The Boy Who Invented TV

The Boy Who Invented TV:  The Story of Philo Farnsworth
by Kathleen Krull
illustrated by Greg Couch

Once upon a time there was no television, no internet, and very few phones.    Philo Farnsworth was captivated by inventions, particularly the phonograph and telephone.  When he read about inventors trying to create something called television, he set out to try to create one and, while plowing a potato field at the age of 14, got an idea for how to make it work.   Years later, Philo was able to use his work to create what is believed to be the first televised images.

Until I read this story, I knew very little about the early history of television.     What an inspirational biography about a creative young inventor!

Author's website:  http://www.kathleenkrull.com/