It's plain that the author took great pains in the research for this book. Many of the principal players were consulted and interviewed. Those persons who were more closed-mouthed about their experiences had their point of view spoken for by friends and family. A vivid picture of the day and age is painted. This story, of how two counterculture electronic hobbyists started the whole personal computer industry rolling, tells much about how the modern business world operates.
Large companies are always reluctant to take risks with untested technologies.
Which means that there will always be a place for the young, innovative startup company, both in the software and hardware fields. The most exciting aspect about the Apple Computer tale, though, is that the story keeps going. This book, like the book of life, keeps having new chapters added to it. For those persons interested in learning more about Apple's folklore and roots, The Little Kingdom is one of the best places to start your exploring. Prodigal Son of Silicon Valley , Doug Garr, 1984.