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Walter Isaacson

Steve Jobs

Walter IsaacsonNonfiction | Biography | Adult | Published in 2011

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Walter Isaacson

Steve Jobs

Nonfiction | Biography | Adult | Published in 2011
Book Details
Pages

656

Format

Biography • Nonfiction

Setting

Silicon Valley • 1970s-2011

Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

1080L

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Super Short Summary

Steve Jobs by Walter Isaacson explores the life of the Apple founder, detailing his adoption, early influences, foundational work with Steve Wozniak, and his journey at companies like Atari and Hewlett-Packard, leading to the creation of Apple and its iconic products. The book highlights Jobs's unique personality, his relationships, and his impact on the tech industry. The biography includes topics such as adoption and interpersonal conflicts.

Inspirational

Informative

Contemplative

Emotional

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.4

1,299,685 ratings

80%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Walter Isaacson's Steve Jobs offers a meticulous and engrossing biography, praised for its comprehensive research and insightful portrayal. Reviewers commend its balanced perspective, depicting Jobs' genius and flaws candidly. However, some criticize the portrayal as occasionally lacking depth. Overall, it serves as a compelling read for tech enthusiasts and general audiences alike.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Steve Jobs?

Tech enthusiasts, business leaders, biography aficionados, and innovation historians will relish Walter Isaacson’s Steve Jobs. Similar appeal to readers of Elon Musk by Ashlee Vance and The Innovators by Isaacson. Ideal for those curious about visionary leadership and Silicon Valley's evolution.

4.4

1,299,685 ratings

80%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

656

Format

Biography • Nonfiction

Setting

Silicon Valley • 1970s-2011

Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

1080L

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