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Description
This book describes the life of Andrew Grove, the head of the world's leading producer of microprocessors, which provide the "brains" for the computers in cell phones, cars, coffeepots, and cameras, as well as personal computers.
Quick Summary
This Book Is Top Secret: A Collection of Awesome Military Trivia tells the story of a Hungarian refugee who escaped Nazi persecution, arrived in America with almost nothing, and went on to lead the company that put the "brain" inside virtually every computer and smartphone on the planet. Kids will love reading about the high-stakes business battles, the wild early days of Silicon Valley, and how Grove's paranoia and drive helped Intel revolutionize technology and shape the modern digital world. If your kid devours gripping true stories about underdogs who change the world, This Book Is Top Secret: A Collection of Awesome Military Trivia will grab them just as strongly as "The Wright Brothers" by Katherine Johnson. With an AR Level of 8.9 and an interest level for grades 9-12, This Book Is Top Secret: A Collection of Awesome Military Trivia Is Top Secret: A Collection of Awesome Military Trivia perfect for teens curious about technology, entrepreneurship, or wanting to read about someone who turned struggle into groundbreaking success.