Entretiens / Interviews / Entrevistas by Marie Lebert
The Story
This book skips the usual tech jargon and goes straight to the source. Marie Lebert sat down with dozens of key players from the 1990s and early 2000s—programmers, librarians, activists, and publishers. They talk about the wild early days of the web, the birth of major projects like Project Gutenberg, and the huge challenge of moving knowledge from physical shelves into the digital world. It’s not a dry history lesson; it’s a series of personal stories about big ideas, frustrating bugs, and moments of pure breakthrough.
Why You Should Read It
What grabbed me was how personal it all feels. You forget that behind every big tech shift are people making tough calls and betting on a future they couldn’t fully see. Reading their interviews, you get their excitement, their doubts, and their sense of mission. It reframes the internet not as something that just appeared, but as something built by passionate individuals with a shared goal: to make information free and accessible for everyone. It’s genuinely inspiring.
Final Verdict
Perfect for anyone curious about how our digital world was shaped, but who prefers human stories over technical manuals. It’s also a great pick for readers, writers, or librarians who’ve lived through this transition and want to reflect on it. Don’t expect a linear narrative—this is a mosaic of voices. But if you enjoy firsthand accounts and big ideas, you’ll find this collection fascinating.
Paul Baker
5 months agoI was skeptical at first, but the content remains relevant throughout without filler. Absolutely essential reading.
John Hernandez
4 months agoI stumbled upon this by accident and the content remains relevant throughout without filler. I’d rate this higher if I could.
Kenneth Gonzalez
2 weeks agoI discovered this unexpectedly and it manages to explain difficult concepts in plain English. I would gladly recommend this to others.
Mason Roberts
2 months agoI didn't expect much, but the narrative structure is incredibly compelling and well-thought-out. Worth every second of your time.
Andrew Miller
3 months agoI almost skipped this one, yet the narrative structure is incredibly compelling and well-thought-out. I have no regrets downloading this.