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'iCon' is a biography that examines Steve Jobs's life, focusing on his ousting from Apple, his ventures with NeXT and Pixar, and his eventual return to Apple. The book delves into Jobs's personality, management style, and the cultural impact of his leadership. It assesses both his visionary achievements and the controversies surrounding his methods. The narrative situates Jobs within the broader tech industry of his era, drawing on interviews and contemporary reporting. The book has been read widely by those interested in Apple's history and Jobs's complex legacy.

This biography by Alan Deutschman provides a detailed and revealing portrait of Steve Jobs, particularly highlighting his return to Apple and the subsequent turnaround of the company. The book includes a new epilogue discussing Apple's future in a volatile economy and offers a comprehensive look at Jobs' complex character, his innovative vision, and his influence on the tech industry. It has received praise for its engaging narrative and insightful analysis of Jobs' role in Silicon Valley.

This biography, based on more than 40 interviews with Steve Jobs and over 100 interviews with family members, friends, adversaries, competitors, and colleagues, provides a riveting story of Jobs' roller-coaster life and intense personality. It highlights his passion for perfection, his ferocious drive, and how he revolutionized six industries: personal computers, animated movies, music, phones, tablet computing, and digital publishing. The book explores Jobs' contradictions, his 'reality distortion field,' and the lessons about innovation, character, leadership, and values that can be drawn from his life and career.