Venture Capital and the Making of the New Future
$29.99 | By Sebastian Mallaby | Order Now
How do a handful of venture capitalists shape the future? In The Power Law, bestselling author Sebastian Mallaby takes readers inside Silicon Valley’s most powerful VC firms to reveal the strategies, triumphs, and failures that drive the tech world—and the global economy. With unprecedented access to industry giants like Sequoia, Kleiner Perkins, and Andreessen Horowitz, Mallaby delivers a gripping account of the venture capital game and its world-altering impact.
Why The Power Law is a Must-Have
- Exclusive Access: Explore the unvarnished truths about Silicon Valley’s most celebrated VC firms and their iconic investments.
- Critical Insights: Learn how the “power law” of extreme success and failure defines the venture capital business.
- Global Perspective: Discover how venture capital strategies are shaping innovation worldwide, from Silicon Valley to China.
What You’ll Get with The Power Law
- Fascinating Stories: Dive into the rise of iconic companies like Tesla, Apple, WeWork, and Uber.
- Unprecedented Analysis: Understand the mechanics of VC decision-making and its societal implications.
- Deep Historical Context: Follow the evolution of venture capital from its early days to its modern dominance.
- Lessons on Innovation: Learn why the VC model thrives on uncertainty and outsized bets on unproven talent.
Why It Matters
Venture capital is more than a financial tool—it’s the engine of global innovation. The Power Law uncovers the strategies, biases, and systemic challenges that define the industry and its outsized influence on our lives. This book offers:
- A window into the world of high-stakes venture investing.
- Insights into the forces driving innovation and economic change.
- A thoughtful examination of the social and cultural impacts of Silicon Valley’s dominance.
Your Guide to Understanding the Forces Shaping the Future
Whether you’re an entrepreneur, investor, or curious observer, The Power Law offers essential insights into the world of venture capital and its role in defining what’s next.