Philipp Reis: Inventor of the Telephone

In 'Philipp Reis: Inventor of the Telephone,' Silvanus P. Thompson crafts a meticulous biographical sketch that illuminates the life and accomplishments of the relatively obscure German scientist, Philipp Reis. Thompson's narrative, with its detailed exposition and rich contextual backing, offers not just a biography but a significant exploration of the socio-historical fabric of 19th-century scie...