Steve Jobs by Walter Isaacson
4.2/5
3 books reviewed · 4.2 avg
An unflinchingly honest authorized biography that captures Steve Jobs's complexity through masterful storytelling and unprecedented access, though its comprehensiveness may challenge casual readers.
What works
• Unprecedented access with over forty interviews with Jobs plus hundreds more with family, colleagues, and competitors
• Balanced journalistic approach that doesn't shy away from Jobs's darker impulses like his treatment of employees and initial denial of paternity
• Excellent narrative structure organized around key relationships and turning points rather than chronological order
• Clear explanations of complex technical concepts that satisfy both general readers and tech enthusiasts
• Strong character development of supporting figures like Steve Wozniak, Jony Ive, and Tim Cook as fully realized individuals
What doesn't
• The review text appears to be incomplete, cutting off mid-sentence in the family portraits section
• No specific weaknesses or criticisms of the book's content or approach are mentioned in the available review text