Book · 2009 · Biography & Autobiography
The Accidental Billionaires
The Founding of Facebook: A Tale of Sex, Money, Genius and Betrayal
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The first big book about Facebook's founding. The book that was the basis for the movie The Social Network was titled The Accidental Billionaires.
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The Accidental Billionaires by Ben Mezrich is a dramatic nonfiction account detailing the turbulent and controversial founding of Facebook. On Behind the Bastards, Robert Evans brought up the book across multiple episodes to examine the early history of the platform and the persona of its creator, Mark Zuckerberg. Evans noted that Mezrich's work served as the direct basis for the acclaimed feature film The Social Network. Specifically, the host discussed how the book portrays Zuckerberg's personality, including his well-known decision to turn down early financial offers and the meticulous construction of his down-to-earth public image. Through these discussions, the book is highlighted not only as a compelling narrative about the rise of modern tech conglomerates, but also as a cultural touchstone that shaped public perception of Silicon Valley billionaires. Listeners are directed to Mezrich's text to understand the complex interpersonal dynamics, ambition, and ethical compromises that characterized the birth of social media, providing a critical lens through which to view the powerful tech figures who dominate contemporary political and economic life.
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Robert Evans The first big book about Facebook's founding. The book that was the basis for the movie The Social Network… 2
“The first big book about Facebook's founding. The book that was the basis for the movie The Social Network was titled The Accidental Billionaires.”
“The Accidental Billionaires, the book that was the basis for The Social Network, makes a huge deal about him turning down the money.”
