Prodigal Genius: The Life Of Nikola Tesla – John J. O’Neill

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Prodigal Genius: The Life of Nikola Tesla by John J. O’Neill is a definitive biography of the brilliant inventor and electrical engineer whose innovations shaped modern civilisation. First published in 1944, the book offers an in-depth exploration of Tesla’s life, from his early inspirations and groundbreaking electrical theories to his complex social life in New York and friendships with figures such as Mark Twain.

O’Neill, a close friend of Tesla, delves into both the personal and professional aspects of the scientist, including his persistence in the face of opposition, his experiments with electricity, his dabblings in the paranormal, and the story of his lost Nobel Prize. This biography provides a vivid portrait of a man whose genius and eccentricity continue to fascinate readers. Prodigal Genius is essential reading for anyone interested in science, invention, and the life of a true visionary.