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Becoming Steve Jobs
The evolution of a reckless upstart into a visionary leader
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The SUNDAY TIMES and #1 International Bestseller - with a new foreword by Silicon Valley legend Marc Andreessen.
Becoming Steve Jobs presents an enthralling and detailed narrative of the rise, fall, and resurrection of one of the world's most iconic entrepreneurs, Steve Jobs. This meticulously crafted biography departs from conventional accounts, providing an unparalleled peek into the mind and life of the man behind Apple.
We all believe we know who Steve Jobs was, what drove him, and the reasons behind his immense success. However, the most critical facet of his persona has often remained an enigma. How did the impulsive, egotistical young genius who was expelled from the very company he founded, transform into the visionary leader who revolutionised the technology industry and saved Apple from near extinction?
The book ventures beyond the known chronicles of Jobs' career, delving into his professional and personal evolution after his dramatic ousting from Apple in the mid-1980s. Banished from his kingdom, Jobs' journey did not simply lead him back to Apple; it moulded him into the luminary who would redefine the future of technology. Over a span of ten years, he metamorphosed Apple Inc. into the most innovative and valuable company in the world.
Becoming Steve Jobs is the first exhaustive study that examines the pivotal phase of Jobs' career post-exile. Brent Schlender and Rick Tetzeli have employed their unparalleled access and profound insight to sketch a startlingly new portrait of this larger-than-life figure. Drawing upon recently unearthed interviews and never-before-seen material, this biography dissects pivotal moments and decisions that highlight Jobs' reformation from a reckless upstart to a revered business icon.
This book is more than a simple recounting of events; it is the most intimate biography of Steve Jobs to date, penned by the journalist who knew him better than any other. Becoming Steve Jobs answers the most pressing questions about what rendered Jobs an extraordinary leader and offers fresh revelations on the relentless drive and innovative genius that shaped his path.
As you turn the pages, you'll gain unprecedented insight into how Steve Jobs became one of the most significant business figures in modern history, a journey filled with lessons on leadership, innovation, and resilience.
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Becoming Steve Jobs is praised for offering a fascinating and exhaustive reinterpretation of Steve Jobs' story, filled with new information and moving insights. It provides a unique look into the life of Apple's co-founder, featuring rare anecdotes and perspectives from those close to him. Critics highlight the book's deeply-researched and honest portrayal of Jobs, presenting a smart, accurate, and sometimes heartbreaking account of his journey.
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ISBN: 9781444762013
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 10 March 2016
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Sceptre
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 32.0mm
Width: 172.0mm
Height: 200.0mm
Weight: 340g
Pages: 480
About the Author
Brent Schlender, 58 years old, is one of the 'graybeards' of Silicon Valley journalism, having covered the digital revolution almost since it's inception, including ten years at the Wall Street Journal, and two decades as Fortune's lead technology writer. He has won numerous writing awards, and in 2010 was named a 'Silicon Valley Visionary' by SD Forum, the software industry's international trade association.
Rick Tetzeli is executive editor of Fast Company. He was Managing Editor of Entertainment Weekly, and Deputy Editor of Fortune. He lives in Brooklyn with his wife and their three children.Also by Brent Schlender
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Becoming Steve Jobs
The #1 New York Times bestselling biography of how Steve Jobs became the most visionary CEO in history. Becoming Steve Jobs breaks down the conventional, one-dimensional view of Steve Jobs, often seen as half-genius, half-jerk from youth—an irascible and selfish leader who slighted friends and family alike. Becoming Steve Jobs answers the central question about the life and career of...Paperback$3700Elsewhere:$4200Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips Monday
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The #1 New York Times bestselling biography of how Steve Jobs became the most visionary CEO in history. Becoming Steve Jobs breaks down the conventional, one-dimensional view of Steve Jobs, often seen as half-genius, half-jerk from youth—an irascible and selfish leader who slighted friends and family alike. Becoming Steve Jobs answers the central question about the life and career of...Paperback$3700Elsewhere:$4200Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips Monday
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