Genius is one per cent inspiration and ninety-nine per cent perspiration, Accordingly, a 'genius' is often merely a talented person who has done all of his or her homework.

Translation: Genius is one percent inspiration and ninety-nine percent perspiration, but the 1% inspiration is the most important, even more important than the 99% perspiration!

Edison published it in "Harper's Magazine" in 1932.

Edison was the first laboratory in human history to use mass production principles and electrical engineering research to engage in invention patents that had a profound impact on the world. His inventions of the phonograph, movie camera, and electric light had a great impact on the world.

He made more than 2,000 inventions and held more than 1,000 patents. The authoritative magazine "The Atlantic Monthly" ranks him 9th among the 100 people who influence the United States.

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The 31st President of the United States. Hoover: “He was a great inventor and a benefactor of mankind. ”

Facing everything around him calmly and being optimistic about life until death, this is Edison’s attitude throughout his life.

Edison’s education level is extremely low, but his contribution to mankind is so huge. In addition to his curious heart and instinct for personal experimentation, he also had infinite energy and courage to work hard beyond ordinary people.

Edison made so many inventions in his 84 years of life. He has been persistent and dedicated to invention. In addition to his inventions and contributions in phonographs, electric lights, telephones, telegraphs, movies, etc., he also has many creations and insights in the fields of mining, construction, chemical industry, etc. He has contributed greatly to human civilization and Made a huge contribution to progress

Reference: Baidu Encyclopedia-Edison