What is the appeal of reading the English books by American author Walter Isaacson?
Who is Walter Isaacson?
If you suddenly hear the name Walter Isaacson, you might not know who he is, right? I know the titles of his books, but I can’t remember his name.
Isaacson is a very famous biographer in the United States. His rise to fame probably came from the success of his book about Steve Jobs. When I read that book, I thought, “Wow, it’s so easy to read!” There are difficult words, but the flow of the book makes it easy to read.
This time, I want to introduce four autobiographies from Isaacson’s books about people who have had a significant impact on global growth, not just in America.
First, Kindle is a must-have
Do you use Kindle? I’ve been using my Kindle for 10 years now. It’s an excellent device because it allows you to store an enormous number of books in an electronic dictionary format.
Isaacson’s books are autobiographies, so they are thick and heavy. I have the hardcover version of Steve Jobs, and it makes my arms hurt. Everyone, it’s much easier to read on Kindle. You can read quietly on the train or in the library as well.
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１『Steve Jobs』
Steve Jobs is the founder of Apple. This work introduces the life of Steve Jobs, who garnered praise for his creativity and made a significant contribution to the development of America. Jobs was famously known for his difficult personality. To realize new ideas and creations, he would often resort to harsh words. The point that I find most intriguing is, what drove him so much? Was his feeling towards his real parents resentment? And was he truly happy?
２『Einstein: His Life and Universe』
This book portrays Einstein’s personality and the background of his work. It’s a great read that helps reaffirm the significance of “chasing dreams” and “proven knowledge.” Personally, I also want to explore the concept of the scientist’s guilt, much like with Oppenheimer. It reminds me of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein world. Einstein moved to the United States.
３『Elon Musk』
I believe this is the book you should read first right now. Given that the next Trump administration is trying to effectively utilize the situation to realize the world he envisions, learning about his character is incredibly important.
This book offers insights into Elon Musk’s energy, problem-solving methods, and his ambition. For those who want to learn about Elon’s life as an entrepreneur, it’s an enjoyable and educational read. By improving your English reading comprehension, you can also learn the thought processes of someone active at the forefront. Additionally, his complex relationship with his father is another noteworthy aspect of the book.
４ベンジャミン・フランクリン『Benjamin Franklin: An American Life』
I’ve read other autobiographies about Benjamin Franklin, one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. I’d like to read this one too. He’s the guy on the $100 bill. But did you know that he was the one who discovered that lightning is electricity? How genius is that!? What I found impressive in his other biographies was his social skills and writing abilities. I suspect that the author of this book, Walter Isaacson, might even admire him.
Summary
By reading Isaacson’s books, you can learn how just a few individuals changed not only America but the entire world. Of course, they can also offer valuable lessons for personal life. I think they might even help in predicting the future of the world. Especially since Elon Musk has now entered the political arena, assisting President Trump, it might be worth reading his story.
