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Samsung Rising By Geoffrey Cain
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Binding: Paperback
Language: English
ISBN-13: 978-0753554814
Reader’s Age: Adults 18+ | Suitable for college students and business readers
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Author: Geoffrey Cain
Release Date: March 19, 2020
Genre: Business & Finance
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Samsung Rising: The Untold Story of the Tech Giant That Took on Apple and Won
About the Book
Samsung Rising is the first real inside look at one of the world’s most powerful and secretive companies. Geoffrey Cain pulls back the curtain on the biggest company most people barely know, tracing how Samsung transformed itself from a struggling agricultural conglomerate into a global technology powerhouse. If you have ever wondered how a company from a small Asian nation ended up inside billions of pockets worldwide, this book gives you the full, fascinating answer.
About the Author
Geoffrey Cain is a foreign correspondent and author who covered Asia and technology for The Economist, The Wall Street Journal, Time, The New Republic, and other major publications. A Fulbright scholar and five-year resident of South Korea, he studied at the School of Oriental and African Studies in London and George Washington University. His firsthand access and deep regional knowledge make him uniquely qualified to tell this story.
Who Is This Book For?
This book is a perfect read for entrepreneurs, business students, tech enthusiasts, and anyone curious about how global corporations are built and run. If you enjoy reading about real-world power, corporate strategy, family dynasties, and the rise of Asian economies, Samsung Rising will keep you turning pages well past midnight.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is Samsung Rising by Geoffrey Cain about? Samsung Rising is a detailed and engaging business biography that covers the full history of Samsung, from its origins as a Korean farming company to its rise as one of the most dominant tech brands in the world. It explores corporate strategy, family power, and Samsung’s ongoing battle with companies like Apple and Google.
Q2: Is Samsung Rising a good book for someone interested in business and technology? Absolutely. Whether you are a business student, a tech professional, or simply curious about how global companies work, this book offers deep insight into corporate culture, innovation, risk-taking, and global competition. It is one of the most well-researched business books on an Asian tech company available today.
Q3: Is this book available in paperback format? Yes. Samsung Rising by Geoffrey Cain is available in paperback. It is a great choice for readers who prefer a physical book they can highlight, annotate, and return to. The paperback edition is compact and well-printed for comfortable reading.
Q4: Why should I read Samsung Rising instead of other tech company books? Most business books about tech focus on Silicon Valley. Samsung Rising gives you a rare and in-depth look at how a non-Western company competed on the world stage, challenged American giants, and built a technology empire on its own terms. It is an eye-opening read that expands your understanding of what innovation and ambition look like on a global scale.
| Weight | 400 g |
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| Dimensions | 15.6 × 3 × 23.4 cm |
Forty years ago, Samsung was a small Korean agricultural business producing sugar, paper, and fertilizer. Through one bold and risky decision after another, it transformed itself into a company that now employs over 350,000 people, accounts for more than 20% of South Korea's total exports, and sells more smartphones than any other brand on the planet. Geoffrey Cain tells this story with the flair of a novelist, rolling through three generations of family drama, corporate scandal, and fierce global competition. By the final page, you will understand not just Samsung, but the forces shaping the entire technology world we live in today.
