"The Story of Electricity" by John Munro is an educational journey through the world of electrical science. The book aims to explain electricity's basics to everyone, highlighting its importance in 19th-century inventions and progress. It starts with easy experiments, like making electricity with wax, and then discusses the history of electricity, from ancient discoveries to important scientists. The book also touches on various electrical tools and how electricity is used in different parts of life, building from historical context to the inventor's perspective on modern uses.

The Story of Electricity
By John Munro
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Explore the wonders of electrical science, from simple static experiments to groundbreaking 19th-century inventions.
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