Thomas Edison, inventor of the light bulb, the phonograph, and the video camera, among other devices and processes. He had over a thousand patents in his name and his inventions changed the nature of life and communication in the world. Unfortunately he promoted his video camera in Sweden as the "Pornograph" (also changing the nature of the adult entertainment industry), thus making him a candidate for #10 on the overrated genius list. He is also rumored to have coined the marketing term "Gentleman's Club", which he often frequented in disguise. His famous quote (seen left) is a derivation of the original which went "Genius is one percent inspiration, ninety-nine percent sweaty dancing girls!"
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