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Edison's Ghosts

Author : Katie Spalding
Publisher : Little, Brown
ISBN 13 : 0316529648
Total Pages : 324 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (165 download)

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Download or read book Edison's Ghosts written by Katie Spalding and published by Little, Brown. This book was released on 2023-05-16 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Publishers Weekly Best Summer Reads Overturn everything you knew about history’s greatest minds in this raucous and hilarious book, where it turns out there's a finer line between "genius" and "idiot" than we've previously known. “As Albert Einstein almost certainly never said, everyone is a genius – but if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.” So begins Katie Spalding’s spunky takedown of the Western canon, and how genius may not be as irrefutably great as we commonly understand. While most of us may never become Einstein, it may surprise you to learn that there’s probably a bunch of stuff you can do that Einstein couldn’t. And, as Spalding shows, the famous prodigies she explores here were quite odd by any definition. For example: Thomas Edison, inventor of the lightbulb, believed that he could communicate with the undead and built the world’s very first hotline to heaven: the Spirit Phone. Marie and Pierre Curie, famous for discovering radioactivity, slept next to a lump of radioactive material for years and strapped it to their arms to watch it burn them in real-time. Lord Byron, acclaimed British poet, literally took a bear with him to university. Isaac Newton discovered the laws of gravity and motion, but he also looked up at the sun without eye protection. The result? Three days of blindness. Tesla, whose scientific work led to the invention of the AC unit, fell in love with a pigeon. Edison's Ghosts is filled with examples of the so-called best of humanity doing, to put it bluntly, some really dumb shit. You’ll discover stories that deserve to be told but never are: the hilarious, regrettable, and downright bafflingly lesser-known achievements that never made it into our history books, until now.

Edison's Ghosts

Author : Katie Spalding
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780316529525
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (295 download)

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Download or read book Edison's Ghosts written by Katie Spalding and published by . This book was released on 2023-05-16 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A hilarious look at how the line between 'genius' and 'extremely lucky idiot' is finer than we'd like to admit. The more you delve into the stories behind history's greatest names, the more you realize they have something in common: a mystifying lack of common sense. Take Marie Curie, famous for both discovering radioactivity and having absolutely zero lab safety protocols. Or Lord Byron, who literally took a bear with him to university. Or James Glaisher, a hot-air balloon pioneer who nearly ended up as the world's first human satellite... From Nikola Tesla falling in love with a pigeon to non-swimmer Albert Einstein's near-fatal love of sailing holidays, Edison's Ghosts is filled with examples of the so-called brightest and best of humanity doing, to put it bluntly, some really dumb shit. These are the stories that deserve to be told but never are: the hilarious, regrettable and downright baffling lesser-known achievements of the men and women who somehow managed to bungle their way into our history books.

Haunted Media

Author : Jeffrey Sconce
Publisher : Duke University Press
ISBN 13 : 9780822325727
Total Pages : 276 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (257 download)

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Download or read book Haunted Media written by Jeffrey Sconce and published by Duke University Press. This book was released on 2000 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Examines the repeated association of new electronic media with spiritual phenomena from the telegraph in the late 19th century to television.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Ghosts and Hauntings

Author : Tom Ogden
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 9780028636597
Total Pages : 406 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (365 download)

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Download or read book The Complete Idiot's Guide to Ghosts and Hauntings written by Tom Ogden and published by Penguin. This book was released on 1999 with total page 406 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You're no idiot, of course. You know Casper was a friendly ghost and that the Phantom Hitchhiker is someone you'd rather not meet on a deserted highway late at night. But when it comes to knowing the authentic roots of ghost stories--and which ones remain unexplained to this day--you don't stand a ghost of a chance. Don't get spirited away yet! The Complete Idiot's Guide to Ghosts and Hauntings is an eerie investigation into the firsthand accounts, legends, literature, and dramatic works surrounding the world of ghosts. In this Complete Idiot's Guide, you get:

Edison Vs. Tesla, the Battle Over Their Last Invention

Author : Joel Martin
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781606714393
Total Pages : 264 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (143 download)

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Download or read book Edison Vs. Tesla, the Battle Over Their Last Invention written by Joel Martin and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Thomas Edison closely following the alternative physics work of Albert Einstein and Max Planck, convincing him that there was an entire reality unseen by the human eye. This led to the last and least-known of all Edison's inventions, the spirit phone. His former associate, now bitter rival, Nikola Tesla, was also developing at the same time a similar mysterious device. Edison vs. Tesla examines their quest to talk to the dead. It reveals: Edison's little-known near-death experience formed his theory that animate life forms don't die, but rather change the nature of their composition. It is this foundational belief that drove him to proceed with the spirit phone. Tesla monitored Edison's paranormal work, with both men racing to create a device that picked up the frequencies of discarnate spirits, what today is called EVP (Electronic Voice Phenomenon). Both men were way ahead of their time, delving into artificial intelligence and robotics. Although mystery and lore surround the details of the last decade of Edison's life, many skeptics have denied the existence of the mysterious spirit phone. The authors have researched both Edison's and Tesla's journals, as well as contemporary articles and interviews with the inventors to confirm that tests were actually done with this device. They also have the full cooperation of the Charles Edison fund, affording them access to rare photos and graphics to support their text. Edison vs. Tesla sheds light on this weird invention and demonstrates the rivalry that drove both men to new discoveries."--Publisher's description.

The Big Book of New Jersey Ghost Stories

Author : Patricia A. Martinelli
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN 13 : 1493043838
Total Pages : 288 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (93 download)

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Download or read book The Big Book of New Jersey Ghost Stories written by Patricia A. Martinelli and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2019-08-01 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hauntings lurk and spirits linger in the Garden State Reader, beware! Turn these pages and enter the world of the paranormal, where ghosts and ghouls alike creep just out of sight. Authors Patricia A. Martinelli and Charles A. Stansfield Jr. shine a light in the dark corners of New Jersey and scare those spirits out of hiding in this thrilling collection. From what may lurk in the Ramapo Mountains, to a ghostly little boy who waits on Clinton Road, and the fabled Jersey Devil itself, these stories of strange occurrences will keep you glued to the edge of your seat. Around the campfire or tucked away on a dark and stormy night, this big book of ghost stories is a hauntingly good read.

Ghosts of Central Jersey

Author : Gordon Thomas Ward
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1625843666
Total Pages : 152 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (258 download)

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Download or read book Ghosts of Central Jersey written by Gordon Thomas Ward and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2008-08-13 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tour historic sites and buildings in New Jersey—and learn about the spirits that are said to haunt them. Includes photos! Ranging from the shadowed woods of the Somerset Hills to the dappled banks of the Delaware River, Ghosts of Central Jersey delivers a rich mix of factual history and the sound investigation of ghostly phenomena. This collection of reports on local legends and traditional stories informs, entertains, and takes you to places in New Jersey where the past is considered to be very much alive and entwined with the present.

Chasing Ghosts

Author : Marc Hartzman
Publisher : Quirk Books
ISBN 13 : 1683692780
Total Pages : 257 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (836 download)

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Download or read book Chasing Ghosts written by Marc Hartzman and published by Quirk Books. This book was released on 2021-09-28 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “A fantastic book.”—Ben Kissel, co-host of Last Podcast on the Left Take a spirited tour through the supernatural history of America—from haunted sites and famous ghosts to the paranormal investigations of The Conjuring’s real-life Ed and Lorraine Warren. Ghosts are everywhere—whether you believe in them or not. Every town has its local legends, and countless books, movies, and TV shows are haunted by their presence. But our obsession with ghosts runs deeper than we know—and is embedded in the very fabric of American history. Writer and historian Marc Hartzman dons the mantle of tour guide, taking readers on a fascinating journey through supernatural history, including: • The Fox Sisters and the rise of Spiritualism • The supernatural obsessions of famous figures like Sir Arthur Conan Doyle • Haunted Sites: Eastern State Penitentiary in Philadelphia; LaLaurie House in New Orleans • Famous Ghosts: Bell Witch of Tennessee; Greenbrier Ghost of West Virginia • Paranormal Investigators: Ed and Lorraine Warren Deeply researched and highly entertaining, with archival images and black and white illustrations, Chasing Ghosts will satisfy believers and skeptics alike. “If you care about ghosts . . . this is the guide you've been waiting for.” —Grady Hendrix, New York Times bestselling author of The Final Girl Support Group

The Edison Kinetogram

Author :
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 244 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (243 download)

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Download or read book The Edison Kinetogram written by and published by . This book was released on 1913 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Expiration Date

Author : Tim Powers
Publisher : Macmillan
ISBN 13 : 9780765317520
Total Pages : 388 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (175 download)

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Download or read book Expiration Date written by Tim Powers and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2007-03-20 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A reissue in trade paperback of the 1996 Tor novel.

Edison

Author : Edmund Morris
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 081299311X
Total Pages : 801 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (129 download)

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Download or read book Edison written by Edmund Morris and published by . This book was released on 2019 with total page 801 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From Pulitzer Prize-winning author Morris comes a revelatory new biography ofThomas Alva Edison, the most prolific genius in American history.

Television Ghosts

Author : Jeffrey A. Sconce
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 330 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (89 download)

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Download or read book Television Ghosts written by Jeffrey A. Sconce and published by . This book was released on 1995 with total page 330 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

The Wild World Handbook: Creatures

Author : Andrea Debbink
Publisher : Quirk Books
ISBN 13 : 1683692691
Total Pages : 257 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (836 download)

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Download or read book The Wild World Handbook: Creatures written by Andrea Debbink and published by Quirk Books. This book was released on 2021-11-02 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Packed with real-life tales of adventure, breathtaking illustrations, and hands-on STEAM activities, this handbook is an inspiring guide for the next generation of climate activists, conservationists, and nature lovers. We share this incredible planet we call home with countless living creatures, from butterflies and falcons to koalas and dolphins. And just like us, animals everywhere are faced with the growing threat of climate change. Featuring seven categories of creatures, this handbook offers a roadmap for change and an invitation to explore the outdoors with fascinating facts, hope-filled stories, and hands-on STEAM activities. Each chapter highlights the biographies of scientists, artists, and adventurers from diverse backgrounds who have used their passion and skills to become courageous advocates for animals around the world. The second book in a middle-grade series for young activists and conservationists, The Wild World Handbook: Creatures empowers readers to appreciate and protect Earth’s wildlife. Inside you will find: • Seven incredible categories of creatures • Fourteen inspiring biographies • Seven kid-friendly DIY activities • Seven fun field trips • And much more! Perfect for fans of Animal Planet’s The Zoo and National Geographic Kids.

Thomas A. Edison

Author : Anna Sproule
Publisher : Blackbirch Press, Incorporated
ISBN 13 : 9781567113310
Total Pages : 70 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (133 download)

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Download or read book Thomas A. Edison written by Anna Sproule and published by Blackbirch Press, Incorporated. This book was released on 2000 with total page 70 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Details the life and work of Thomas Edison, who developed the electric light bulb and patents for numerous other inventions and innovations.

The Edison Monthly

Author :
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 376 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (29 download)

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Download or read book The Edison Monthly written by and published by . This book was released on 1917 with total page 376 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

How They Choked

Author : Georgia Bragg
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN 13 : 1547614528
Total Pages : 226 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (476 download)

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Download or read book How They Choked written by Georgia Bragg and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2023-06-27 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Everyone makes mistakes. Sometimes, epic failures even lead to super successes . . . sometimes they become deep dark secrets. But remember-to fail is human, to laugh about our shortcomings divine. From Montezuma II's mistaking a conqueror for a god to Isaac Newton turning from science to alchemy to J. Bruce Ismay's jumping the lifeboat line on the Titanic, How They Choked knocks fourteen famous achievers off their pedestals to reveal the human side of history. Successful “failures” include: Marco Polo Queen Isabella of Spain Montezuma II Ferdinand Magellan Anne Boleyn Isaac Newton Benedict Arnold Susan B. Anthony George Armstrong Custer Thomas Alva Edison Vincent Van Gogh J. Bruce Ismay “Shoeless Joe” Jackson Amelia M. Earhart

The Big Book of New Jersey Ghost Stories

Author : Patricia A. Martinelli
Publisher : Stackpole Books
ISBN 13 : 0811749681
Total Pages : 290 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (117 download)

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Download or read book The Big Book of New Jersey Ghost Stories written by Patricia A. Martinelli and published by Stackpole Books. This book was released on 2013-02-01 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 184 of the best, most spine-tingling accounts of ghosts from the Garden State.