Suggested Further Reading & Primary Sources (for classroom or research)
The story tracks Jobs' ousting from Apple in 1985 and concludes with his return in 1997, announcing a historic partnership with Microsoft to save a nearly bankrupt Apple. Historical Accuracy
The persistent search term index of pirates of silicon valley reveals a modern irony. The film about 1970s-80s piracy is itself now "pirated" across unauthorized directories and torrent sites. Why?
: Co-founder of Microsoft; portrayed as a ruthless, brilliant strategist. Paul Allen
Portrayed as a charismatic but volatile visionary with a "make a dent in the universe" mentality.