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The Mysterious Case of Rudolf Diesel: Genius, Power, and Deception on the Eve of World War I
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What evidence does Brunt use to conclude that Diesel faked his own death? Is the evidence convincing? Why or why not?
Does Brunt sufficiently disprove the three alternative theories regarding Diesel’s fate? Why or why not?
How did Diesel’s childhood experiences affect his future career ambitions?
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