Nikola Tesla:

I do not think there is any thrill that can go through the human heart like that of the inventor as he sees some creation of the brain unfolding to success… Such emotions make one forget food, sleep, friends, love, everything.

— Nikola Tesla Modern

AC electrical system, inventor

Context

Interview, 'My Inventions' (preface)

Date / Period

1919

Source

https://www.gutenberg.org/files/13476/13476-h/13476-h.htm

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Explanation

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