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The Life and Times of Nikola Tesla: Biography of a Genius

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Nikola Tesla (1856-1943), credited as the inspiration for radio, robots, and even radar, has been called the patron saint of modern electricity. Based on original material and previously unavailable documents, this acclaimed book is the definitive biography of the man considered by many to be the founding father of modern electrical technology. Among Tesla's creations were the channeling of alternating current, fluorescent and neon lighting, wireless telegraphy, and the giant turbines that harnessed the power of Niagara Falls.

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Wizard, Marc Seifer, William H. Terbo

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1996
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Title
Wizard
Subtitle
The Life and Times of Nikola Tesla: Biography of a Genius
Language
English
Publisher
Citadel
Released
1996
Format
Paperback
Pages
542
ISBN10
0806519606
ISBN13
9780806519609
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Nikola Tesla (1856-1943), credited as the inspiration for radio, robots, and even radar, has been called the patron saint of modern electricity. Based on original material and previously unavailable documents, this acclaimed book is the definitive biography of the man considered by many to be the founding father of modern electrical technology. Among Tesla's creations were the channeling of alternating current, fluorescent and neon lighting, wireless telegraphy, and the giant turbines that harnessed the power of Niagara Falls.