Modern Library: The Soul of a New Machine - With a New Introduction by the Author

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Winner of the Pulitzer Prize and the American Book Award, this bestseller recounts the intense efforts of a team of Data General researchers as they strive to create a new 32-bit superminicomputer. With the flair of a thriller writer, the author presents a compelling narrative of individual sacrifice and human ingenuity, capturing the essence of the computer age and the visionaries behind its advancements. Renowned for its honest portrayal of the complexities, chaos, and beauty within the field, the book offers readers an engaging entry point into understanding computers and appreciating the skills of their creators. Critics have praised it for its ability to entertain while providing insight into a world that many can only admire from afar. The Modern Library has played a pivotal role in American cultural life since its founding in 1917, offering affordable hardbound editions of significant works. For its seventy-fifth anniversary, the series underwent a redesign, restoring its iconic emblem and refreshing its titles, while continuing to deliver the best literature at accessible prices. The author has also contributed a new Introduction to this edition.