Running on a Dream

Bill Gurley's 'Running on a Dream' recounts his career as a venture capitalist and chronicles the rise of tech startups and the culture of Silicon Valley.

He shares investment lessons, behind-the-scenes anecdotes from major deals, and profiles of entrepreneurs he backed.

The book blends memoir with analysis of industry cycles, offering perspectives on entrepreneurship, market dynamics, and the investor-founder relationship.

Gurley also reflects on the factors that create great companies and the pitfalls that can derail them.

The book is aimed at founders, investors, and readers interested in the history and mechanics of modern tech investing.