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Markus "Notch" Persson: Minecraft Mogul is a biography that traces the life of Markus Persson from his early fascination with computers and programming in Sweden to his creation of the video game Minecraft. It recounts his early career in game development, the rapid rise of Minecraft to worldwide popularity, and the founding of the company Mojang. The book also covers his later departure from the company and the lasting impact of his work on the gaming industry.
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Discover how a Swedish programmer with a simple idea revolutionized gaming and became a household name among millions of players worldwide. Kids will dig into the fascinating details of Notch's journey from coding in his bedroom to selling Minecraft to Microsoft for billions, with stories about late-night coding sessions, viral success, and the unexpected twists that changed his life forever. If your kid loves learning about the stories behind their favorite video games like they would in a game guide or behind-the-scenes documentary, they'll be obsessed with this real-life tech tale. Perfect for kids in grades 4 through 8 who are curious about how video games are made and what it takes to go from player to creator.