The Inventions of Martha Coston: Signal Flares That Save Sailors' Lives

By Holly Cefrey

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At a time when women seemed to do little more than keep house and raise families, Martha Coston was busy saving lives by perfecting the night signal flare. Coston's signal flare was an important tool for the Union army during the Civil War. Compelling text, photographs, and patent drawings show readers how this young woman went from widower to inventor, businessperson, and author.

Format:Library Binding

Language:English

ISBN:0823964442

ISBN13:9780823964444

Release Date:August 2003

Publisher:PowerKids Press

Length:24 Pages

Weight:1.15 lbs.

Dimensions:0.3" x 6.4" x 9.3"

Age Range:8 to 11 years

Grade Range:Grades 3 to 6

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Biographies Children's Children's Books

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