An interesting view at the man behind so much of the news. Definitely not a hagiography. Like in his also excellent Steve Jobs biography, Walter Isaacson seems to have had very good access to the man and the people around him, and to give an unbiased account of what he hears. For many contentious episodes, he reports how Elons sees it and how the other party sees it, and leave you to draw your own conclusions.
After reading this book, you come away with a better understanding of Elon Musk and his way of thinking. Some of his philosophy is useful – like “The Algorithm” for simplifying everything. Other parts of his mindset, like his approach to other people, should not be emulated.
Recommended.
