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The Book of Genesis Ebook: How Bitcoin Really Came to Be
Everyone knows the name Satoshi Nakamoto. Almost no one knows about the decades of groundwork that preceded Bitcoin. Aaron van Wirdum’s ebook *The Book of Genesis* fills that gap. It is the definitive Dutch-language history of Bitcoin, covering everything from the cypherpunk movement and early digital currencies to the 2008 white paper and the first block in 2009.
Van Wirdum reconstructs the story with journalistic precision. You’ll read about the people, the failed experiments, and the ideas that Satoshi ultimately brought together into something that worked. After reading this book, you’ll not only understand what Bitcoin is, but above all, why it exists.
Who is this ebook for
For the Dutch bitcoiner who wants to know the roots. For those who are tired of superficial explanations and want to see the true lineage: from the cypherpunks to Hal Finney to the genesis block. And for anyone looking for a gift that will last longer than the next price surge.
About Aaron van Wirdum
Aaron van Wirdum was an editor at Bitcoin Magazine for many years and is considered one of Bitcoin’s sharpest columnists. He spoke with many of the people who were there from the very beginning. That firsthand research makes *The Book of Genesis* more than just a retelling of the story.
Digital edition via the partner program of konsensus.net. Prefer a physical copy on your bookshelf? Check out the softcover of The Genesis Book. A lighter start can be found in Short Bitcoin Booklet (e-book), and more titles are in our Bitcoin book collection.
Want to understand where Bitcoin comes from? Order the *Book of Genesis* ebook and start reading today.
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