The definitive biography of the man who’s building our future—one rocket, car, and flamethrower at a time.

When the author behind Steve Jobs and Einstein turns his gaze toward Elon Musk, you know you’re in for a wild, high-voltage ride. Walter Isaacson spent two years shadowing Musk — through SpaceX control rooms, Tesla boardrooms, and Twitter meltdowns — to give us an unfiltered portrait of one of the most fascinating (and polarizing) figures of our era.

From his turbulent childhood in South Africa to his obsession with Mars, from sleeping on factory floors to launching rockets that actually land — this book captures the chaos, genius, and sheer willpower of a man determined to bend the future to his will.

It’s not just a story about innovation; it’s about ambition, madness, and the thin line between the two. Whether you admire Musk, question him, or both at once, this biography is a must-read window into how far obsession can take you (and everyone else strapped along for the ride).

Author: Walter Isaacson

Publisher: Simon & Schuster

ISBN: 9781982181284

Format:  Paperback 

Pages: 688

Dimensions: Approx. 6 x 9 inches