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I originally picked up this book because Isaacson is one of my favorite authors who presents an unvarnished view of his subjects, and he did not disappoint. You don't often hear the words "page turner" and biography in the same review. While I'm quite aware of Jobs' place in the microcomputer revolution, and was well aware how his vision went beyond "disruption" to completely, and forever, transforming several industries, I was really intrigued how his obsession with craftsmanship formed a large part of who Jobs was. On the other end of the spectrum, it was really sad to hear him describe his purpose for this book, largely so his kids would really know who he was and why he made the decisions he did. A very complex man very deftly portrayed in a well written biography. Even if you are not involved in any technical craft or work in a design-centric universe, you will be enlightened by this exploration of a modern genius
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Steve Jobs by Walter Isaacson
dolds, January 21, 2012
I originally picked up this book because Isaacson is one of my favorite authors who presents an unvarnished view of his subjects, and he did not disappoint. You don't often hear the words "page turner" and biography in the same review. While I'm quite aware of Jobs' place in the microcomputer revolution, and was well aware how his vision went beyond "disruption" to completely, and forever, transforming several industries, I was really intrigued how his obsession with craftsmanship formed a large part of who Jobs was. On the other end of the spectrum, it was really sad to hear him describe his purpose for this book, largely so his kids would really know who he was and why he made the decisions he did. A very complex man very deftly portrayed in a well written biography. Even if you are not involved in any technical craft or work in a design-centric universe, you will be enlightened by this exploration of a modern genius(1 of 2 readers found this comment helpful)