Publisher's Synopsis
This book, titled ""Biography of Thomas Davenport, The Brandon Blacksmith: Inventor of the Electric Motor"" and written by Walter Rice Davenport, is a comprehensive account of the life and achievements of Thomas Davenport, a little-known inventor who played a significant role in the development of the electric motor. The book begins by introducing readers to Davenport's early life and his humble beginnings as a blacksmith in Brandon, Vermont. It then goes on to detail his early experiments with electricity and the various inventions he created, including the first electric motor, which he patented in 1837. Throughout the book, readers will learn about Davenport's struggles to gain recognition for his inventions, as well as his eventual success in securing a contract with the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad to use his electric motor to power trains. The book also explores Davenport's personal life, including his marriage and family, as well as his interests in other fields such as agriculture and politics. Overall, this biography provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of a relatively unknown inventor whose contributions to the development of the electric motor paved the way for countless technological advancements in the years to come.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
