Description: This is a rare opportunity to own a signed first edition/first print of Bill Gates' "The Road Ahead". This hardcover book is a must-have for collectors and fans of computer technology. The book is in its original form and is published by Viking Penguin. The book covers a wide range of topics in its non-fiction genre, including the future of technology and the impact of Microsoft on the industry. It is a valuable addition to any book collection and a great conversation starter. Don't miss the chance to own this piece of tech history. This book was given to attendees at a fund raiser for Bill Gates "Computer Science Building" at Stanford, it is "Bill Gates" first book that he had published. The book itself is in "Extra Fine" condition and looks unread, whereas the book jacket is in "Very fine" condition with a couple blemishes noted in the pictures, but please let the pictures determine the condition. The book comes with the original CD that came with it. Please feel free to ask questions as all sales are final.Designed to Foster InteractionThe Gates Building is named for Bill Gates, co-founder and CEO of Microsoft Corp., who gave a $6 million gift to the project. It was completed in January 1996 and is the home of the Computer Science Department. The 150,000-square-foot building houses 550 faculty, staff, and students and cost $38M to build and furnish. Robert A. M. Stern Associates of New York and Fong and Chan of San Francisco were the architects, selected following an invited national competition. Rudolph & Sletten of Foster City was the general contractor. There were 47 subcontractors working over a 16-month period.January 30, 1996Bill Gates and James Gibbons at the dedication of Gates Computer Science Building.Stanford University's William Gates Computer Science Building has been made possible by the generous donations of Mr. William H. Gates and the following corporations and individuals: Allied SignalFujitsu LimitedLockheed Martin CorporationMichael and Lenore RobertsToshiba CorporationA T & T FoundationWilliam R. HewlettMitsubishi Electric CorporationRockwellTRW FoundationDigital Equipment CorporationHewlett-Packard CompanyNEC CorporationSouthern California Edison Company Engineering Venture FundJ. Erik JonssonPacific Gas and Electric Company3M Company I only ship to the confirmed eBay address. I reserve the right to cancel any order for any reason at any time. I will not be accountable for undeliverable addresses.I do not ship Internationally.Your mail carrier is responsible for lost or stolen items.Your feedback is very important to me, after you receive your package and are satisfied with my services please leave positive feedback, I will do the same for you.Signature is required on all orders over $500. Tracking number will be provided.Payment is expected with-in 24 hours or I have the right to cancel order and/or re-listIf you have any problem with your order / any questions, please send me a message before leaving any type of feedback. I will take care of you! Kind regards, James 😊
Price: 750 USD
Location: Saginaw, Michigan
End Time: 2024-11-30T17:06:48.000Z
Shipping Cost: 6.13 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Binding: Hardcover
Language: English
Signed: Yes
Special Attributes: 1st Edition, Dust Jacket
Author: Bill Gates
Publisher: Viking Penguin
Topic: Nonfiction
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Subject: Computer Technology
Original/Facsimile: Original
Year Printed: 1995