The Expression Hub

Editor: George Beahm

Genre: Biography

” Genius is the ability to reduce the complicated to the simple.”

C W Ceran

What do you do when you have a New York Times Bestseller in your hand? You obviously become curious to explore. You become hungry to devour it. By devouring I mean you are just eager to flip through the pages and read it. This was exactly my reaction when I opened the book.

So, ladies and gentlemen presenting to you my latest pick in the awesome world of books- I, Steve: Steve Jobs in his own words.

About the book: The book is a series of the most thought provoking insights by Steve Jobs. It is an essential reading to know the person behind the phenomenal success of Apple. He was a person who made an indelible mark not only in the field of computing but also animation, apps, music and devices for personal use. He was the greatest visionary in the field of business of our era.

Analysis : The book is not a typical biography. It is a book which compiles anecdotes, thoughts and mantras that the famous entrepreneur used along with to their many successes and failures in professional and personal life. The book is an essential read for everyone who seeks innovative solutions and inspirations to their business regardless of size. The book is also a good read for those who want to know the genius mind of Steve Jobs.

Verdict: The book is a great way to discover the person who was behind the stunning success of Apple. He was the man who was responsible for building Apple the brand it is now. So, if you are an admirer of Steve Jobs, this book won’t disappoint you. Also, the book provides a timeline of his professional and personal life. Though it is not a detailed biography per se but it does provide a rough idea about his personality. If you want a detailed version of the genius Steve Jobs was as a person, I would suggest go for the biography written by Walter Issacson. But if you want to know the person quickly do give this book a read.

Rating: **and 1/2 stars

Cite Bite: ” The journey is the reward.”

Que: Who assembled the first Apple I computer?

a. Steve Wozniack

b. Ronald Wyne

c. Mike Markkula

d. Dan Kottke