Founder connections
- Marc AndreessenPublisher-attributed endorsementThe publisher attributes praise to Andreessen for the book’s cultural history and access to the people involved in the Gawker case.Source
Summary
Ryan Holiday traces Peter Thiel’s secret support for Hulk Hogan’s lawsuit against Gawker. His account begins with Gawker’s 2007 disclosure of Thiel’s sexuality and follows the events that led to a $140 million judgment and Gawker’s bankruptcy. Drawing on interviews with key participants, Holiday examines how money, privacy and power shaped the conflict.
Why read it Our view
Examine the Gawker company case: a publication decision, assumptions about litigation, financial exposure and bankruptcy. The narrative does not supply legal advice or a general strategy to copy.
Written about
- Peter ThielBook subjectHoliday’s account follows Thiel’s role in supporting the Hogan lawsuit against Gawker.Source