The Contrarian The Contrarian Max Chafkin

The Contrarian

How Peter Thiel Shaped Tech and Politics in America

by Max Chafkin

★ 3.4 24 min read

About This Book

Published in 2021, this biography examines the life of Peter Thiel, the divisive venture capitalist and PayPal co-founder. The book traces the connection between Thiel's political ideology and his business ventures, revealing his ascent to become a major power broker in America.

Who Should Read This?

  • People curious about Silicon Valley power dynamics and insider stories
  • Readers interested in contemporary American political movements
  • Anyone examining how technology companies influence democracy

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