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“Man, like the universe, is a machine. Nothing enters our minds or determines our actions which is not directly or indirectly a response to stimuli beating upon our sense organs from without.”

Quote by Nikola Tesla

Book:My Inventions Nikola Tesla's Autobiography

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My Inventions Nikola Tesla's Autobiography

This book offers a firsthand account of Tesla's experiences and insights into his groundbreaking contributions to electricity, wireless communication, and other scientific advancements. more

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Nikola Tesla (July 10, 1856 - January 7, 1943) was a renowned inventor and engineer from Croatia, who later moved to the United States. He is best known for his significant contributions to the fields of electrical transmission and wireless communication. more

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