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Ed Catmull Recommended Books
Ed Catmull has recommended 2 books. Browse the complete reading list with quotes and sources below.
Ed Catmull is a retired American computer scientist and former president of Pixar and Walt Disney Animation Studios.
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Becoming Steve Jobs
The Evolution of a Reckless Upstart into a Visionary Leader
by Brent Schlender
"After working with Steve for over 25 years, I feel this book captures with great insight the growth and complexity of a truly extraordinary person." - Ed Catmull (Source)
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Marc Andreessen recommended this bookMarc Andreessen
"In this deeply-researched book, you'll find the most honest portrait of the real Steve Jobs." - Marc Andreessen
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Jack Dorsey recommended this bookJack Dorsey
"Square would not exist without the work and persistence of Steve Jobs. I am forever grateful. Amazing read." - Jack Dorsey
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Bill Gates recommended this bookBill Gates
"Has me thinking of my old friend. A true visionary." - Bill Gates
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Peter Attia recommended this bookPeter Attia
"[One of the] biographies of people who have 'built skyscrapers' (my term)." - Peter Attia
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Keith Rabois recommended this bookKeith Rabois
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Brian Armstrong recommended this bookBrian Armstrong
"A biography of the famous Apple CEO. I read the Walter Isaacson biography last year, but found this one slightly better." - Brian Armstrong
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- Jim Collins
"[Gives a] fresh perspective on Steve Jobs’ journey from inspiring but immature entrepreneur into an inspired and mature company-builder." - Jim Collins
- Jim Collins
One Monster After Another
by Mercer Mayer
"There are certain children’s books I've given a few times, like [this book]. I love [it]." - Ed Catmull (Source)
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