Prodigal Genius James J O'Neill eBook
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This was the first full-length biography written on the genius inventor, Nikola Tesla. The author was a Pulitzer Prize-winner and personal friend of Tesla, who once said the author understood him better than any man alive. It is reflected well in this highly detailed work. Much of the information in this book was personal and important, but might otherwise not have been known had O'Neill not documented it. The immense genius of Tesla resulted from a mind that could see an invention in 3-D, from every angle, within his mind before it was easily built. His dimensions and part sizes were always perfect. He never tested parts; they always worked. Most of his inventions were electrical in nature, with dozens of his patents now being used around the world. Much is revealed on Tesla's eccentric personality, his competition with Thomas Edison, and how he made his first million before the age of forty. Money was not important to him, however, nor was The Nobel Prize, which he refused to accept. It was always the science that came first. Due to the author's friendship with him, we are allowed an up close and intimate view into the mind of this genius inventor.
Prodigal Genius James J O'Neill eBook
Captivating account of a giant among men, a visionary so ahead of his time even today that he borders on the mystical. Don't miss this riveting story of the man who made the electric current his slave. Highly recommended.Product details
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Prodigal Genius James J O'Neill eBook Reviews
absolutely fantastic book, and i'm glad i purchased the large font version. the font really isn't that large, and it makes the text much easier to read... no more eye strain or fatigue )
This book was a Father's Day gift for my husband. He was very impressed with the 1st edition.
The book was very complete in defining and describing the life of Tesla.
The best book on Tesla from a brilliant journalist who knew him well.
John J O'neill knew Nicola Tesla personally so this fascinating book, written in 1949, has the ring of truth and authenticity to it. Tesla was too smart for his own good. Because he had what might be called a photographic memory, many of his brilliant plans and ideas were never committed to paper and, therefore, died with him. His was a life of incredible accomplishment but also frustration for him. He always dreamed of, and invented multiple things that could have brought him, immense wealth. But he was so self-centered and, indeed, paranoid that he refused to allow anyone to help him, especially with his patents. Just try to imagine what his invention of alternating current, as opposed to the direct current systems of Edison, could have meant in terms of wealth if he had only had somebody to help him.
A very productive mega genius out to help mankind and buried in history by big business interested in only self gain. What a tragedy to have the self serving greedy, that is Big Business and Political Parties, to have so retarded the relief of human suffering and mankind's advancement merely for personal monetary gain. Like then it is happening now with the suppression of "room temperature superconductor technology" that would drastically reduce our use of environmentally destructive fossil fuels. It truly is horrific what humans will do to their fellow human beings for personal gain. This is a "MUST" read for everyone who cares.
Chapter 1 reads like the author is presenting Tesla with a lifetime achievement award. After that it's down to business. This is probably because the author actually knew Tesla. He relates some interesting stories, but he also speculates and reaches personal conclusions on aspects of Tesla's life instead of just relating the facts to the reader. That's the reason for the 4 stars.
The book explains events Tesla saw growing up which piqued his interest, leading to some of his projects later in life. The book concentrates on his inventions, taking them from his incredible visualizations to finality, for the ones that made it that far. The descriptions of their electrical functionality are probably going to be hard to follow for someone without a science background.
The author also shows how Tesla was a "big picture" guy and a poor business manager, resulting in his lack of funds throughout the later years of his life... but what a life it was.
Captivating account of a giant among men, a visionary so ahead of his time even today that he borders on the mystical. Don't miss this riveting story of the man who made the electric current his slave. Highly recommended.
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