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Item specifics
- Condition
- Publication Date
- 2014-08-26
- Pages
- 200
- ISBN
- 9781440830136
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN-10
1440830134
ISBN-13
9781440830136
eBay Product ID (ePID)
167571301
Product Key Features
Educational Level
High School, Elementary School
Number of Pages
224 Pages
Publication Name
Bill Gates : a Biography
Language
English
Subject
Industries / Computers & Information Technology, General, Corporate & Business History, Business
Publication Year
2014
Type
Study Guide
Subject Area
Biography & Autobiography, Business & Economics
Series
Greenwood Biographies Ser.
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
0.6 in
Item Weight
17.5 Oz
Item Length
9.2 in
Item Width
6.1 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Elementary/High School
LCCN
2014-017770
Dewey Edition
23
Reviews
"With Bill Gates: A Biography Becraft has provided a concise, fairly thorough, and well-written biography of one of the most influential business leaders of the past 20 years. . . . The book is well written, with little or no obvious bias. . . . The introduction to the series included with this book states that it (and the rest of the series) is intended for public and school libraries. It would be well suited for these libraries, and could be useful in academic libraries serving community and junior colleges, as well as those supporting lower-level baccalaureate students." - ARBA, "With Bill Gates: A Biography Becraft has provided a concise, fairly thorough, and well-written biography of one of the most influential business leaders of the past 20 years. . . . The book is well written, with little or no obvious bias. . . . The introduction to the series included with this book states that it (and the rest of the series) is intended for public and school libraries. It would be well suited for these libraries, and could be useful in academic libraries serving community and junior colleges, as well as those supporting lower-level baccalaureate students." -- ARBA
Number of Volumes
1 vol.
Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
338.7/61004092 B
Table Of Content
Series Foreword Preface Acknowledgments Timeline: Events in the Life of Bill Gates Chapter 1 Bill Gates before Automated Computing Chapter 2 Early Days in Computing Chapter 3 Early Days of Microsoft Chapter 4 Development of Products Used Today (1985-1998) Chapter 5 Why Was Microsoft So Successful with Bill Gates? Chapter 6 Microsoft Trial Chapter 7 Steve Jobs and Bill Gates Chapter 8 Bill Gates in Writings Chapter 9 Family and Home of Bill Chapter 10 Role in Corporate Governance, Activism, and Outside Interests of Bill Gates Chapter 11 Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and Giving Pledge Conclusion Notes Further Reading Index
Synopsis
The cofounder of Microsoft, Bill Gates helped transform society by ushering in the era of ubiquitous personal computing. This book examines the life and achievements of this standout American inventor and philanthropist. Bill Gates has been instrumental in creating and developing the home computing era that has thoroughly transformed nearly every aspect of our lives, from work to commerce to communication. Stepping down as CEO of Microsoft in 2000 after 25 years at the helm, he remained as chairman, a position he still holds. This book paints a vivid picture of Bill Gates that covers his early life and his years as an inquisitive and adventurous student to his experiences as a budding entrepreneur and billionaire philanthropist who has often been listed among the richest individuals in the world. Author Michael Becraft presents complete information on how Microsoft evolved, from the company's inception until Gates's departure from active leadership; documents the economic, ethical, financial, legal, management, and leadership applications inherent in Gates's work; and examines the criticism that Gates's actions and decisions have drawn throughout his career., The cofounder of Microsoft, Bill Gates helped transform society by ushering in the era of ubiquitous personal computing. This book examines the life and achievements of this standout American inventor and philanthropist., Bill Gates has been instrumental in creating and developing the home computing era that has thoroughly transformed nearly every aspect of our lives, from work to commerce to communication. Stepping down as CEO of Microsoft in 2000 after 25 years at the helm, he remained as chairman, a position he still holds. This book paints a vivid picture of Bill Gates that covers his early life and his years as an inquisitive and adventurous student to his experiences as a budding entrepreneur and billionaire philanthropist who has often been listed among the richest individuals in the world. Author Michael Becraft presents complete information on how Microsoft evolved, from the company's inception until Gates's departure from active leadership; documents the economic, ethical, financial, legal, management, and leadership applications inherent in Gates's work; and examines the criticism that Gates's actions and decisions have drawn throughout his career.
LC Classification Number
HD9696.2.U62G3724
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- m***m (2306)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseI’m thrilled with my recent purchase . The website was user-friendly, and the product descriptions were accurate. Customer service was prompt and helpful, answering all my questions. My order arrived quickly, well-packaged, and the product exceeded my expectations in quality. I’m impressed with the attention to detail and the overall experience. I’ll definitely shop here again and highly recommend from this seller to others. Thank you for a fantastic experience!
- a***n (46)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseMistakenly ordered a paperback that I thought was a hardcover, not sellers fault; it was described properly on the listing. Seller still processed a refund the day I went to return the item and let me keep the item anyway. A+++ service. Book arrived quickly in great condition and for a great price. Thank you so much! Amazing seller!
- n***c (95)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseseller was communicative about my shipment, media mail took a while and tracking wasn't updated frequently, but seller communicated to me very quickly on status. the item came new and wrapped as described, though the packaging in it was packed wasn't sturdy and falling apart when it got to me.