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Einstein Never Said It

The 'eighth wonder of the world' quote has no source

It's on posters and in finance books, signed Albert Einstein. So why can't anyone find where he said it?

You'll find out

  • Where the quote really started
  • When Einstein's name got added
  • Why famous names stick to ideas

Why it matters

Money ideas travel on borrowed authority. Knowing how to trace a quote protects you from it.

About 3 min6 interactive slides · 5 questionsLesson 41 · Zone 5

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