Just finished reading 'The Apple II Age' and wow—what a trip down memory lane! As someone who grew up hearing about the 'computer revolution' from my parents, this book made me feel like I was there.

The author's focus on software like VisiCalc and The Print Shop is genius. It’s wild to think how these programs turned clunky machines into household essentials. My dad still talks about his first spreadsheet like it was magic!

What surprised me most? Learning how much privilege shaped early computing. The book doesn’t shy away from tough questions—who really benefited from 'personal' computers? Makes you rethink the whole 'self-made tech genius' myth.

Pro tip: Skip the intro if you know basic computer history. The juicy stuff starts when they analyze individual programs. The Locksmith chapter? *Chef’s kiss*

Would I recommend? Absolutely—but maybe not for hardcore Apple fanboys. This isn’t a worship piece; it’s a critical (and often funny) look at how our digital world began.