Author Description

With The Men Who Do Things is a book written by Alexander Russell Bond and published in 1913. The book is a collection of stories about the lives of men who have made significant contributions to society through their work. The author interviews and profiles individuals from various fields including engineering, science, medicine, and exploration. The book features 12 chapters, each focusing on a different person and their accomplishments. The first chapter introduces the reader to the inventor of the telephone, Alexander Graham Bell, and his work on the deaf and the development of the telephone. The following chapters highlight the achievements of other notable figures such as Thomas Edison, the Wright brothers, and Louis Pasteur. Throughout the book, Bond provides a detailed account of each individual's life, their struggles, and their successes. He also explores the impact of their work on society and the world. The book is written in a journalistic style, with the author using quotes and anecdotes to bring the stories to life. With The Men Who Do Things is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of science, technology, and innovation. It provides a unique insight into the lives of some of the most influential figures of the early 20th century and their contributions to society.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.