The Maverick and His Machine: Thomas Watson, Sr. and the Making of IBM

Before IBM became a tech titan, there was Thomas Watson Sr.—a maverick salesman who transformed a struggling company into an American powerhouse. This fascinating biography traces Watson's unconventional journey, revealing the iron will, bold gambles, and peculiar management style that built an empire. It's corporate history that reads like a thriller, full of personality and ambition. Perfect for anyone who loves business biographies, tech history buffs, or readers fascinated by the characters who shaped modern commerce.