Inventions, Researches and Writings of Nikola Tesla (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. Including Tesla's AutobiographyBy Thomas Commerford Martin, Nikola Tesla
Length21h 56m
About this audiobook
Inventions, Researches and Writings of Nikola Tesla gathers a landmark body of technical exposition, experimental report, and visionary reflection from one of the defining figures of electrical modernity. Ranging from alternating-current systems and high-frequency phenomena to wireless transmission, lighting, and electromechanical devices, the volume situates Tesla's work within the late nineteenth-century transformation of science into industrial power. Its standout discussions of polyphase motors, resonant circuits, and novel illumination reveal both rigorous engineering practice and a strikingly imaginative scientific style. Shaped by Thomas Commerford Martin's editorial framing and Tesla's own lectures, articles, and demonstrations, the collection reflects the culture of electrical invention at a moment when laboratories, lecture halls, patent offices, and public exhibitions were deeply intertwined. Together, these writings illuminate not only Tesla's individual achievements but also the broader technological movements that redefined communication, energy distribution, and modern infrastructure. Readers interested in the history of science, engineering, invention, or technological imagination will find this volume an indispensable resource. It offers a rare opportunity to encounter theory, experiment, and speculative ambition in one place, fostering dialogue between practical invention and expansive scientific possibility.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
Audiobook details
GenreTechnology, Literary Classics
Length21 hrs 56 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateOct 27, 2020
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Collected Writings of Nikola Tesla
2Introduction
3Historical Context
4Synopsis (Selection)
5The Inventions, Researches and Writings of Nikola Tesla
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6PREFACE.
7PART I. POLYPHASE CURRENTS. (pt. 1)
8PART I. POLYPHASE CURRENTS. (pt. 2)
9PART II. THE TESLA EFFECTS WITH HIGH FREQUENCY AND HIGH POTENTIAL CURRENTS. (pt. 1)
10PART II. THE TESLA EFFECTS WITH HIGH FREQUENCY AND HIGH POTENTIAL CURRENTS. (pt. 2)
11PART II. THE TESLA EFFECTS WITH HIGH FREQUENCY AND HIGH POTENTIAL CURRENTS. (pt. 3)
12PART II. THE TESLA EFFECTS WITH HIGH FREQUENCY AND HIGH POTENTIAL CURRENTS. (pt. 4)
13PART II. THE TESLA EFFECTS WITH HIGH FREQUENCY AND HIGH POTENTIAL CURRENTS. (pt. 5)
14PART III. MISCELLANEOUS INVENTIONS AND WRITINGS.
15PART IV. APPENDIX.—EARLY PHASE MOTORS AND THE TESLA MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL OSCILLATOR.
16My Inventions – Autobiography of Nikola Tesla (pt. 1)
17My Inventions – Autobiography of Nikola Tesla (pt. 2)
18Analysis
19Reflection
20Memorable Quotes
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