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Renowned biographer Walter Isaacson, whose latest work, “Elon Musk,” was released today, provides intriguing insights into the multifaceted personality of the tech mogul. In an interview with MSNBC, Isaacson discusses Musk’s impulsive takeover of Twitter (now known as X), his relationship with his father, and the diverse facets of his character.
Exploring Elon Musk’s Complexity
During the interview, MSNBC host Joe Scarborough probes Isaacson about the various sides of Elon Musk, prompting Isaacson to describe Musk as having “multiple personalities,” akin to his father’s Jekyll and Hyde nature. Isaacson elaborates on Musk’s erratic behavior, noting that he can swiftly transition from a jubilant and technical demeanor to a darker, more challenging disposition. Remarkably, after such “demon-like” episodes, Musk often seems to have little recollection of his behavior.
A Roller Coaster Biography
Isaacson reveals that his three-year endeavor to complete Musk’s biography took an unexpected turn when Musk embarked on an impulsive acquisition of Twitter during the process. The author, a former editor in chief of Time magazine, expresses his initial fascination with Musk’s technological innovations, such as electric vehicles and space exploration, before the biography’s narrative grew increasingly dynamic.
The biography offers previously unknown anecdotes, providing a fly-on-the-wall perspective of Musk’s everyday life. One noteworthy passage recounts how Musk personally intervened to block a Ukrainian military operation in Crimea by denying Starlink internet access, an incident that drew ire from Kyiv.
However, Musk disputed Isaacson’s account on Twitter, asserting that Starlink was not operational in Crimea when he made the decision.
The book also delves into Musk’s tumultuous and impulsive takeover of Twitter (now rebranded as X), highlighting the challenges he faced in reconciling his belief in technology and sheer determination with the complexities of the real world.
Walter Isaacson’s biography offers readers a comprehensive exploration of Elon Musk’s character and his journey, shedding light on both his extraordinary innovations and the intricacies of his personality.
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