Paul GrahamProgrammer, writer and investor · Y Combinator
”If you want to understand how venture capital works and the effect it has had on the US economy, this is the book to read.”
Power Law
Venture Capital and the Art of Disruption
Sebastian Mallaby · 2022 · 560 pages
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About the book
Sebastian Mallaby traces the history of Ben Horowitz and Marc Andreessen, two entrepreneurs who became among the most influential venture capitalists in the world through their firm, Andreessen Horowitz. The book explores how they accumulated power and influence, shaping the fabric of Silicon Valley and, by extension, the global digital economy.
Mallaby examines the power dynamics of venture capital, the bet-the-company mindset, and how personal fortune translates into political and cultural influence. A fascinating narrative for entrepreneurs, investors, and anyone interested in understanding who really controls the money and decisions in the tech ecosystem.
Book details
| Author | Sebastian Mallaby |
|---|---|
| Original title | The Power Law |
| Year of publication | 2022 |
| Pages | 560 |
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