The Founders: Elon Musk, Peter Thiel and the Story of PayPal

The Founders is a must-read for anyone interested in modern innovation and entrepreneurship, as it narrates how a once-in-a-generation collaboration turned a scrappy start-up into one of the most successful businesses of all time. It explores how the seeds of so much of what drives the internet today were planted two decades ago.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 05 January 2023
Publisher: Atlantic Books

A captivating and enthralling page-turner, this indispensable guide to modern innovation and entrepreneurship is a must-read for anyone passionate about the world of business and technology.

Acclaimed author Walter Isaacson, the no. 1 bestselling author of Steve Jobs, has crafted a masterpiece that will captivate readers of all ages and backgrounds.

Perfect for enthusiasts of Elon Musk by Ashlee Vance and Zero to One by Peter Theil, this remarkable book offers a profound insight into the lives and careers of some of the most influential figures in the tech industry.

Since departing from PayPal, these remarkable individuals have gone on to form, fund, and advise some of the most groundbreaking companies of our time, including Tesla, Facebook, YouTube, SpaceX, Yelp, Palantir, and LinkedIn, among countless others.

However, the incredible story of their humble beginnings and their remarkable journey to success has remained largely untold until now.

In The Founders, award-winning author Jimmy Soni takes us on a captivating journey, revealing how a once-in-a-generation collaboration transformed a scrappy start-up into one of the most successful businesses of all time.

Faced with fierce competition, internal strife, the rise of widespread online fraud, and the devastating dot-com bust of the 2000s, their path to success was anything but assured.

Yet, against all odds, they persevered, and their impact on the world is immeasurable.

Drawing upon hundreds of in-depth interviews and exclusive access to thousands of pages of internal material, The Founders delves into the origins of many of the fundamental principles that drive the internet today.

This insightful and thought-provoking book offers a unique perspective on the evolution of technology and entrepreneurship, providing valuable insights for aspiring entrepreneurs and business leaders alike.

Whether you are a seasoned professional or a newcomer to the world of innovation, The Founders is a must-read that will inspire, educate, and propel you toward success in the ever-changing landscape of business and technology.

Weight: 428g
Dimension: 167 x 220 x 40 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781786498311
Edition number: Main