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Softwar
An Intimate Portrait of Larry Ellison and Oracle
Book • 2003
In 'Softwar,' journalist Matthew Symonds offers a detailed and intimate portrait of Larry Ellison and Oracle.
The book explores Oracle's often bumpy path to industry dominance and delves into the private life of Ellison, including his troubled upbringing and his relentless drive.
With unlimited insider access granted by Ellison himself, Symonds captures the intensity and recklessness that have made Ellison a legend in the software industry.
The book also includes a new and expanded epilogue discussing Oracle's struggle to win control of PeopleSoft and features Ellison's own commentary and criticisms on Symonds' reporting.
The book explores Oracle's often bumpy path to industry dominance and delves into the private life of Ellison, including his troubled upbringing and his relentless drive.
With unlimited insider access granted by Ellison himself, Symonds captures the intensity and recklessness that have made Ellison a legend in the software industry.
The book also includes a new and expanded epilogue discussing Oracle's struggle to win control of PeopleSoft and features Ellison's own commentary and criticisms on Symonds' reporting.
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