How did Thomas Edison make electricity?

Edison made the first public demonstration of his incandescent light bulb on December 31, 1879, in Menlo Park. It was during this time that he said: "We will make electricity so cheap that only the rich will burn candles." read more

Thomas Edison and Electricity are almost synonymous. He was one of the most prolific inventors in history and was born in Milan, Ohio, on February 11, 1847. With little formal education, Thomas Edison gained experience as a telegraph operator and then went on to invent several electricity inspired devices like the phonograph, the incandescent light bulb, and a forerunner of the movie projector. read more

Thomas Edison has appeared in popular culture as a character in novels, films, comics and video games. His prolific inventing helped make him an icon and he has made appearances in popular culture during his lifetime down to the present day. read more