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My Inventions and Other Writings

by Nikola Tesla

ISBN13: 9780143106616
ISBN10: 0143106619
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The fascinating autobiography of the legendary inventor behind the radio, wireless energy, robotics, and much more.

Famous for his pioneering contributions to the electronic age, his lifelong feud with Thomas Edison, and his erratic behavior, Nikola Tesla was one of the most brilliant and daring inventors and visionaries of his time. My Inventions is Tesla's autobiography, with meditations on his major discoveries and innovations, including the rotating magnetic field, the magnifying transmitter, and the Tesla coil. This volume also includes three articles by Tesla, as well as an enlightening introduction that discredits many of the myths surrounding the thinker's eccentric life. This rare window into the industrial age's most tragic genius will fascinate historians, scientists, aspiring inventors, and curious fans alike.

About the Author

Nikola Tesla (1856-1943) was born in Smiljan (modern-day Croatia). He emigrated to America in his youth and became a naturalized citizen in 1891. Tesla lived out the last ten years of his life at the Hotel New Yorker in solitude. He died in debt despite his numerous contributions and patents.

Samantha Hunt is the author of two novels, including The Invention of Everything-about an imagined period in Tesla's life- which was shortlisted for the Orange Prize. She lives in Tivoli, New York.

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ISBN:: 9780143106616
Author:: Tesla, Nikola
Publisher:: Penguin Books
Author:: Hunt, Samantha
Subject:: History
Subject:: Biography-Scientists
Copyright:: 2011
Edition Description:: Paperback / softback
Publication Date:: 20111231
Binding:: TRADE PAPER
Grade Level:: from 12
Language:: English
Pages:: 192
Dimensions:: 7.83 x 5.17 x 0.55 in 0.35 lb
Age Level:: from 18

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