(IHP) The Gary Kildall Legend Part 2

This book is a detailed exposé of Bill Gates' life and the early days of Microsoft. The authors follow Gates from his childhood as an unkempt thirteen-year-old computer hacker to his present-day status as the most powerful and feared player in the computer industry. The book provides a balanced analysis of Gates' business triumphs and his driven personality, including his singular accomplishments, brattiness, arrogance, and hostility. It also delves into the intense atmosphere at Microsoft, the company's strategic positioning, and key events such as the partnership with IBM and the development of MS-DOS and Windows.

This book explores the lives and contributions of American innovators, both well-known and lesser-known, who have shaped the country's technological and industrial landscape. It covers two centuries of innovation, from the early industrial revolution to modern technological advancements.