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“A computer enthusiast who wants to Google Google couldn’t find a more dedicated guide than Stross…Stross’ access to the company pays off nicely for both Google’s fans and people who read books on paper." Time
“[An] even-handed and highly readable history of the company.” Wall Street Journal
“A vigorous history/analysis/appraisal of the 21st century’s most notable company." Fortune
“A spellbinding behind-the-scenes look…Readers will find the sheer scale and scope of Google’s progress in just a decade astounding. The unfolding narrative of Google’s journey reads like a suspense novel.” Publishers Weekly (starred review)
“Whether you buy the company’s snuggly, anticorporate image or whether you think that image is cover for a sinister, Orwellian agenda—heck, even if you’ve never given Google much thought at all—you will likely find much of interest in Planet Google, a riveting account by New York Times ‘Digital Domain’ columnist Randall Stross…Clearly, the end of this story has yet to be written, but this fascinating book will leave readers ready for whatever comes next.” Barnes and Noble, editorial review
“An outstanding business history of Google from its humble beginnings through the dot-com era to current times…A balanced portrait, including criticisms concerning copyright, privacy, and other ethical issues…Recommended for all business collections, both public and academic.” Library Journal
“As the first outsider to receive unfettered access to Google’s headquarters, top management, and company meetings, Stross has provided the most in-depth look at the company to date.” Booklist
“New York Times business and technology columnist Stross takes readers on a revelation-packed journey into the secretive world of today’s most transformative and potentially disruptive company, uncovering Google’s bold, provocative pursuit of control of all the world’s information.” BookPage