Publisher's Synopsis
""Trials Of An Inventor: Life And Discoveries Of Charles Goodyear"" is a biographical book written by Bradford K. Peirce in 1866. The book chronicles the life and inventions of Charles Goodyear, a renowned American inventor who is credited with the discovery of vulcanized rubber. The book explores Goodyear's early life, his struggles with poverty and debt, and his relentless pursuit of his dream to create a durable rubber material that could withstand extreme temperatures and weather conditions. Peirce delves into Goodyear's numerous experiments and failures, including his accidental discovery of vulcanization and his many attempts to perfect the process. The book also sheds light on Goodyear's personal life, including his marriage to Clarissa Beecher, and his relationships with other prominent inventors of his time. Overall, ""Trials Of An Inventor"" provides a comprehensive and insightful look into the life and work of one of America's most important inventors. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of technology and innovation, and for those who want to learn more about the man behind the invention of vulcanized rubber.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.
