Speaking of scientists whose contributions don't match their fame, many people might immediately think of one name:
Tesla.
But in reality,
although Tesla was highly capable, he was nowhere near as absurdly divine as the rumors suggest.
For instance, the saying "Einstein represents the upper limit of humanity, while Tesla is the lower limit of divinity" is completely unfounded.
Today's Tesla has actually been heavily embellished, mythologized, and even demonized.
To put it simply, he has been deified.
Tesla first appeared in the public eye, probably due to a 2009 documentary on the Science Channel:
"Scientific Superman: Nikola Tesla."
This documentary could be called the source of all evil, backing various rumors about Tesla in a serious tone, leaving many with a fixed stereotype.
Then, in 2015, the director, writer, and producer of this film all emigrated.
Up to now,
these rumors have become so numerous that we can no longer debunk them all.
