A story of technological triumphs, heartbreaking setbacks, and remarkable intellect.
Nikola Tesla is one of the most fascinating characters in the history of science. A brilliant inventor and visionary, he stood alongside luminaries such as Thomas Edison and Guglielmo Marconi at the forefront of developments in electrical engineering . But his decades-long rivalry with these inventors and his eccentric public image cost him the recognition that he deserved.
In this compelling biography, Ian Fitzgerald shines a light on Tesla's cutting-edge ideas remarkable innovations, from his work on alternating current technology which super-charged industry and commerce, to his most ambitious project, the Wardenclyffe Tower. It examines Tesla's character and intellectual legacy and why now, a century later, he stands as one of the most incredible scientific minds of modern times.
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Ian Fitzgerald has over 20 years experience as an editor and writer. He has worked for History Today, John Blake Books and Atlas Editions. He has covered subjects as wide ranging as the history of ancient Greece and Rome, the philosophy of Friedrich Nietzsche and life in modern prisons. He is the author of several books, including The Deep State and Chernobyl.
