A new and intriguing biography of Elon Musk has been released, shedding light on the complex and tormented life of the billionaire entrepreneur. Despite his remarkable success in building SpaceX and Tesla, Musk’s personal relationships and struggles to connect with others have often overshadowed his brilliance.
Written by Walter Isaacson, known for his biographies of notable figures such as Steve Jobs, Albert Einstein, Leonardo da Vinci, and Benjamin Franklin, the book delves into Musk’s troubled childhood in South Africa, his tumultuous romantic relationships, and his impulsive decision to purchase Twitter.
The book begins with a quote from Steve Jobs, who famously said that those who are crazy enough to think they can change the world are the ones who actually do. This quote sets the tone for Musk’s ambitious pursuits and unconventional choices.
Before its official release, The New York Times obtained copies of the book from a retail store. The book reveals that Musk acquired Twitter in October 2022 for a staggering $44 billion, with the intention of influencing the next U.S. presidential election. Although it was intended as a joke, it left his teenage sons confused and uncertain about his motives.
After the acquisition, Musk and his loyal supporters at Twitter combed through internal communication and social media posts of employees, looking for any signs of disloyalty. Numerous employees were fired for making snarky comments about Musk. In a bold move, Musk personally led a raid on a Twitter data facility to move servers to another location, resulting in service outages.
The biography also explores Musk’s personal life, highlighting his strained relationship with his abusive father and his sometimes-clueless actions, such as sharing a picture of the birth of his son X with friends and family, causing distress to the child’s mother, musician Grimes.
In terms of politics, Musk’s views are complex and do not align neatly with a particular party. While he has criticized liberal critics, expressed disdain for former President Donald J. Trump, and occasionally promoted far-right conspiracy theories, he is portrayed as disillusioned with the leftward drift of the Democratic Party. Although he claims not to be a Trump supporter, he did not support Biden either.
Musk’s concerns about artificial intelligence and his belief that it poses an existential threat have been long-standing. He was involved in founding OpenAI but ultimately left to start his own AI company, X.AI. He expressed worries about underpopulation and believes that computer intelligence will eventually surpass human intelligence.
His relationship with the media has been strained, particularly after acquiring Twitter. Tensions escalated when he was confronted by Larry David at a wedding and faced criticism for his tweets. Musk sought advice from media industry leaders on how to repair the damage caused by his erratic tweets.
The biography also touches on Musk’s flagship company, Tesla, and the struggles he faced in its early days. Musk admits that the constant fight for survival and the pressure took a toll on him but also found purpose in those challenging moments.
This biography offers a captivating and thought-provoking exploration of Elon Musk’s life, showcasing his brilliance, struggles, and the enigmatic nature of his character.
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