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The Last Days of Night
384 pages, 2017
fiction
1382 booksA world of invention and jugglery, peopled by the likes of Edison, Westinghouse, and Tesla. ” — Erik Larson“ A model of superior literal fabrication… an initiative, occasionally astonishing story. ” — The Washington Post.
From Graham Moore, the Oscar–winning screenwriter of The Reproduction Game and New York Times bestselling author of The Sherlockian, comes thrilling news — grounded on factual events — about the nature of genius, the cost of ambition, and the battle to exhilarate America.
New York, 1888. Gaslights still flitter in the megacity thoroughfares, but the phenomenon of electric light is in its immaturity. The person who controls the means to turn night into day will make history — and a vast fortune. A youthful untested counsel named Paul Cravath, fresh out of Columbia Law School, takes a case that seems insolvable to win.
Paul’s customer, George Westinghouse, has been sued by Thomas Edison over a billion–bone questions Who constructed the light bulb and held the right to power the country?
In The Last Days of Night, Graham Moore shows us the importance of never giving up. The characters face numerous challenges and setbacks, but they keep pushing forward. This book encourages us to keep going, even when things get tough.
The book explores the profound impact of technological innovation on society. It's set during the 'War of the Currents', a time of intense competition and rapid technological change. It's a reminder of how new technologies can transform our world.
Moore gives us a fascinating look into the world of legal battles. The book is centered around a high-stakes patent lawsuit, and it shows us how complex and unpredictable these battles can be. It's a great read for anyone interested in law or history.
The Last Days of Night reminds us that behind every historical event, there are real people with their own hopes, fears, and flaws. It's not just a book about technology and law, but also a deeply human story.
Throughout the book, the characters are faced with difficult ethical decisions. It encourages us to think about the consequences of our actions and to strive to make ethical choices, even when it's hard.
