Steve Jobs: The Man Who Thought Different

Karen Blumenthal

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Steve Jobs: The Man Who Thought Different is a biography on one of the pioneers of the twenty-first century, who lived to change the world and left the world transformed. Behind such a transformative soul was a bereaved childhood and a hardworking youth who started colouring the world with his own shade at the age of twenty and almost touched every sphere of human comfort with his discovery of Apple in his foster parent’s garage with his friend Steve Wozniak. Steve did not stop there, as he also invented Pixar. This biography of Steve is unbiased as Blumenthal covers the dark as well as the brilliant aspects of this hardware-software guru of all the ages.

Various facets of Steve Jobs can be known from the biography. Blumenthal’s untiring efforts and detailed research on Steve Jobs have revealed him a passionate father, a caring husband, and a devoted Buddhist. The biography also covers that dark phase of his life when he was bravely fighting against cancer for a decade. The book highlights those qualities of Steve Jobs which have made him a perfectionist and a great software and business figure of the century.

Steve Jobs: The Man Who Thought Different was published by Bloomsbury India Private Limited in the year 2013. It is available in paperback.

Key Features:

  • The book is written in a very different style. Blumenthal has provided certain details about Steve in illustrative boxes.
  • The information provided is unbiased and authentic since she has used Steve’s own speech for Stanford in 2005 on himself as a resource.

What will you learn from this book

  1. Innovative Thinking: The book may emphasize Jobs' innovative thinking and his ability to envision products that transformed entire industries, such as the Macintosh, iPod, iPhone, and iPad.

  2. Passion for Design: Jobs was known for his passion for design and aesthetics. The book may discuss how this passion influenced the design philosophy of Apple products.

  3. Entrepreneurial Journey: Insights into Jobs' entrepreneurial journey, from the founding of Apple in his parents' garage to his departure and subsequent return, could be a central theme.

  4. Leadership Style: The book might delve into Jobs' leadership style, including his intense focus on product perfection, attention to detail, and sometimes demanding and challenging demeanor.

  5. Lessons from Failure: Jobs faced setbacks and failures throughout his career. The book may highlight how he learned from these experiences and turned them into opportunities for growth.

  6. Vision for the Future: Jobs had a visionary outlook on technology and its potential impact on society. The book may discuss his vision for the future and his role in shaping the digital landscape.

  7. Personal Life: A biography often explores the personal side of the individual. The book may provide insights into Jobs' personal life, relationships, and how these aspects influenced his professional journey.

  8. Impact on the Tech Industry: Jobs' influence on the tech industry goes beyond Apple. The book may discuss how his ideas and innovations impacted the broader technology landscape.

  9. Challenges and Setbacks: Jobs faced numerous challenges in his career, including his departure from and return to Apple. The book may delve into these challenges and how Jobs navigated them.

  10. Legacy: The book may conclude by reflecting on Jobs' lasting legacy in the business world, technology, and popular culture, as well as the continued influence of Apple on innovation.

Language English
ISBN-10 1408853302
ISBN-13 9781408853306
No of pages 320
Font Size Medium
Book Publisher Bloomsbury
Published Date 01 Jan 2013

About Author

Author : Karen Blumenthal

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