Troublemakers

In "Troublemakers," acclaimed historian Leslie Berlin presents a meticulously researched narrative that chronicles the pivotal figures of Silicon Valley during the 1970s and early 1980s. Through the stories of seven innovators—spanning industries from personal computing to biotechnology—Berlin highlights how their collective efforts transformed technology and society, leading to the birth of the Internet, microprocessors, and influential companies like Apple and Genentech. This engaging account showcases the dynamic interplay of education, capital, and entrepreneurship that drove unprecedented change in the tech landscape.