The Boy Who Invented Television: A Story of Inspiration, Persistence and Quiet Passion

When I started this book, I had no idea the impact Philo T. Farnsworth had on the creation of television....he was the guy who did it. Not Zworykin, and definitely not David Sarnoff as his marketing team/RCA tried and continues to pull the wool over the public's eyes.It's not only the story of who really invented television (backed up by countess facts) but Paul Schatzkin's writing style kept me very engaged in the book from beginning to end.The best part is the audiobook because the Schatzkin is a great storyteller as well as writer and I really loved hearing the author tell the story the way it was meant to be heard. I thoroughly enjoyed listening to the audiobook as I followed along with the ebook version at the same time. I was pleasantly surprised how good this book is and highly recommend it.

Paul does a great job framing the story and making it a very compelling read. We should all know who Philo T Farnsworth is and his contributions, and I appreciate the author's efforts to this end. If you're an amateur scientist/inventor/entrepreneur, I think you will find a new hero in these pages. I know I did...

This slowly unfolding mystery drama is worth sticking with to the end. The author exposes the obstacles placed in the paths of the fathers of invention via incestuous relationships among corporations, government and academia.

Enjoyed the way the story Farnsworth was told and how the author brought to life the man and events in a fair and balanced approach. ThankYou!

Bought for my husband. He enjoyed the story. Was not a person he had ever read about before.

Schatzkin writes with clarity and humor to tell the story of Phil Farnsworth. Easy to read, inspiring, engrossing and compelling- if you are interested in science, television , people- this book is for you.

If I highlighted vital parts of this book, almost every line would be marked. This is such an important read! I feel blessed that he was born and sad that he was not acknowledged in his lifetime.

A hard to put down easy read! Written in a story format that will intrigue anyone who loves history or stories of invention.