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The Greatest Capitalist Who Ever Lived

Tom Watson Jr. and the Epic Story of How IBM Created the Digital Age

Ralph Watson McElvenny & Marc Wortman

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The Greatest Capitalist Who Ever Lived (2023) narrates the remarkable journey of Thomas Watson Jr., the visionary leader of IBM who shook up the worlds of technology and business in the mid-twentieth century. Delving into his decision to develop the IBM System 360, a pioneering mainframe computer, it shows us how Watson’s IBM laid the foundations for today’s digital age. But this book isn’t only a study of business strategy – it’s also a fascinating portrait of a complex man and his equally complex relationship with his domineering father.

Who Should Listen

  • Fans of business history and corporate leadership stories
  • Admirers of IBM and tech industry evolution
  • Readers interested in personal transformation and family dynamics

About the Authors

Ralph Watson McElvenny is the eldest grandson of Thomas J. Watson Jr. With a background in investment and as a host of the book review program Intelligent Talk, McElvenny combines personal insight and professional experience in his writing.

Marc Wortman is an acclaimed writer with several best-sellers to his name, including Admiral Hyman Rickover: Engineer of Power and 1941: Fighting the Shadow War. His work The Millionaires' Unit was adapted into an award-winning documentary.