Part One: That Time eBay's Private Spies Went To War With Some Bloggers
Behind the Bastards
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Nostalgia and Online Commerce
This chapter reflects on the late 1980s and the unusual use of telegrams before transitioning into the story of the Steiners, an elderly couple who embraced eBay during the dot-com boom. It highlights David Steiner's childhood love for yard sales and the couple's journey into the world of online auctions, showcasing the personal histories woven into the rise of internet culture.
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