Paperback
(Heinemann Educational Books - Library Division, Aug. 16, 2001)
A biography of John Logie Baird. As well as providing his life story and analysis of his work, the text places his achievements in context by looking at the technological and historical context of the time. The book includes quotes and writings from newspapers and journals of the time; a look at the ongoing impact of his work; and information about his rivals and the men and women who affected his life and work.
Profiles the Scottish engineer who overcame a series of serious illnesses, setbacks, and competition from other inventors to develop a television transmitter and began the future of color television.