Though unabashedly adulatory, this unauthorized biography of Steven Jobs – co-founder of Apple Computers and head of Pixar Studios – shows how he nearly squandered his career and fortune on ill-conceived and badly managed ventures. The writing is savvy and lively – if not always chronologically linear. The pace is quick and even readers with scant interest in computers, technology or animated movies will find the tale entertaining. Authors Jeffrey S. Young and William L. Simon wisely focus on how Jobs learned from his failures and became a success again by recognizing his own limitations. In that respect, we believe Jobs’ journey holds important business and life lessons, and recommend it highly to all business readers.

God damn, this book is definitely on my List-of-things-to-buy-sometime.

Relevant Links:
iCon – Steve Jobs @ Amazon.de