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Topic: BOOK: 'The Bitcoin History Book 2008-2024' Progress Report (UPDATE 04/12/2023) (Read 2120 times)

legendary
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If I make the whole book free and accessible, who will donate towards my effort?
legendary
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2 weeks without a reply. Is the community asleep or distracted?
legendary
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The hardcover version is out now:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0DJ8NTQFD/

Who will buy it first?
Vod
legendary
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Licking my boob since 1970
If the community has questions, please fire away  Cool

Could you post the table of contents here?   People will would not otherwise buy the book might if you mention something they are interested in.

Even an index page would be helpful for those researching specific topics.
legendary
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Who has ordered a copy?

If the community has questions, please fire away  Cool
legendary
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Its worth getting this book based on its preview for newbies and old timers in Bitcoin, I'm sure this will soon become a classic, I hope to see a resell of this book in my country because shipping will cost a lot, Do you have a plan to create an e-book edition, like Vod recommended you should promote it on other platforms but I'm sure Amazon is going to promote this book.
Wishing you more sales and orders.

I will create both an ebook and hardcover version soon. I'm recovering from the initial publication, because it was only me who put the book together.
legendary
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Its worth getting this book based on its preview for newbies and old timers in Bitcoin, I'm sure this will soon become a classic, I hope to see a resell of this book in my country because shipping will cost a lot, Do you have a plan to create an e-book edition, like Vod recommended you should promote it on other platforms but I'm sure Amazon is going to promote this book.
Wishing you more sales and orders.
Vod
legendary
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Licking my boob since 1970
It strikes me as odd that a revolutionary digital currency is described in an old fashioned physical book.   I'll download it for a few dollars, but I'm not going to pay to ship anything.

I hope you are advertising outside this forum - people here HODL, not spend.
sr. member
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Eloncoin.org - Mars, here we come!
Congratulations! May the book receive huge success. I would say for its price, it is definitely a steal. Considering it is over 200 pages, I think the price for the book is a great deal already. I do hope many can buy it and learn from the book.

Since I am from outside of US, it is already quite expensive to get it ship to me so it is unfortunate that I don’t think I would be able to buy this due to short budget. Still, huge cheers! Thank you for your hard work. The community owes you.
legendary
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The book will be released on 12th September 2024. Keep an eye on Amazon.
legendary
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Your work is very meaningful. I will help you promote this book and introduce it to my friends around me; when you put this book on Amazon, I will buy it as soon as possible.
give you my respect again.

Thank you
newbie
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Your work is very meaningful. I will help you promote this book and introduce it to my friends around me; when you put this book on Amazon, I will buy it as soon as possible.
give you my respect again.
legendary
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Only 3 weeks until 'The Bitcoin History Book 200-2024' is self-published!

If you want your name in the book, please contact me.

284 A4 pages of historical content, price metrics, wallet upgrade information, and much more!

It is a book like nothing else.  Once read, there is no excuse for the reader to forget what has happened since inception.

Last chance people!!!

legendary
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If you allow me to, I will translate your book into Indonesian after you finish it.

I may give it some thought later in the year. Thank you for your idea.
full member
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dON'T tRUST, vERIFY!
If you allow me to, I will translate your book into Indonesian after you finish it.
legendary
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Entering the final stages before the book is complete.  There is still ample time for community members to have their name or alias included in the book. Please contact me if interested.

Thank you to those who have already supported and left feedback.  It will be available in September 2024 (hopefully!!!)

My dog Oscar recently passed away on 4th July 2024 due to illness. He was born 26th May 2020. Love you always xxx
legendary
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I'll pass on your services. I'm focusing on completing the book by September 2024.

The next 2 months are going to be extremely challenging.  Thank you for offering your services and feedback.

No problem then. It'll be worth it, if you're into writing. The first one is the hardest, and it's a decent effort. Good luck!
legendary
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Hey OP. I doubt you'll get much attention from potential donors, apart from what you already have.

Here's my offer of donation of my time -- allow me to help you edit your work. Did it for a living in previous career, still part of current job. It's pretty good content already so I won't look to change language, but more of a tidying up. e.g. inconsistency in British spelling, inconsistent Bitcoin/BTC use or even an explanatory footnote why you use BTC (thinking of the newbies here), presenting aliases.

Suggestions:
- Have a glossary already?
- More sources where you cite or present information (just hyperlink with source)

A decent book, suitable for a diverse audience.

I'll pass on your services. I'm focusing on completing the book by September 2024.

The next 2 months are going to be extremely challenging.  Thank you for offering your services and feedback.
legendary
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Hey OP. I doubt you'll get much attention from potential donors, apart from what you already have.

Here's my offer of donation of my time -- allow me to help you edit your work. Did it for a living in previous career, still part of current job. It's pretty good content already so I won't look to change language, but more of a tidying up. e.g. inconsistency in British spelling, inconsistent Bitcoin/BTC use or even an explanatory footnote why you use BTC (thinking of the newbies here), presenting aliases.

Suggestions:
- Have a glossary already?
- More sources where you cite or present information (just hyperlink with source)

A decent book, suitable for a diverse audience.
legendary
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Will be released in September 2024!
legendary
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UPDATE 30/06/2024

I have almost completed pages 50 to 273 (covering 2008 to 2022 BTC history) amounting to 224 pages.









The 300 A4 book (paperback & hardback) will be released in September 2024!
legendary
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History book chapter 2021 nearly complete:

legendary
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Leading Crypto Sports Betting & Casino Platform
Where will the eBook be released, once it is finished? This is obviously not going to be a FREE book.. right?

I have read some of it and I am looking forward to seeing the end product. Good luck... hope everything goes well with the final release.

It will be released on Amazon in September 2024 as a paperback, hardcover and ebook.

Ah, thank you for the response. Do you have any estimation on how much it will cost to buy the book?

I have bought a lot of Bitcoin books in the past and I will gladly add this one to my collection.

Can you also give some background information in this thread about the process and challenges to get this published.
legendary
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Where will the eBook be released, once it is finished? This is obviously not going to be a FREE book.. right?

I have read some of it and I am looking forward to seeing the end product. Good luck... hope everything goes well with the final release.

It will be released on Amazon in September 2024 as a paperback, hardcover and ebook.
legendary
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Leading Crypto Sports Betting & Casino Platform
Where will the eBook be released, once it is finished? This is obviously not going to be a FREE book.. right?

I have read some of it and I am looking forward to seeing the end product. Good luck... hope everything goes well with the final release.
legendary
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Happy to announce that 2017-2020 history chapters almost finished:







legendary
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Currently putting together 'The Bitcoin History Book' 2008-2024 chapter covering 2020 milestones:



I think I'll still on course to complete the book by September 2024.  It seems that the next four months are going to be challenging due to limited time and financial resources.  

If you don't know, you can have your name/alias listed in the book for at least US$10 (see donation addresses in OP).  Over ten have already been listed, thank you.
legendary
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Please support the book if you can.  There is only myself who has spent over one year writing it.  

I messaged him without a reply yet.

Completed pages 50-225 (out of 300). Currently working on 2020 Bitcoin history pages.

Have you asked Theymos?  Most people here donated to him, expecting him to support bitcoin projects like he said.
Vod
legendary
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Licking my boob since 1970
Please support the book if you can.  There is only myself who has spent over one year writing it.  

Have you asked Theymos?  Most people here donated to him, expecting him to support bitcoin projects like he said.
legendary
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Great news!

I'm still making constructive progress.  Currently I'm completing chapter 2019, which I hope will be finished within the next week.  

The screenshots are thumbnails of pages 178 to 214 covering January 2017 to March 2019:








Please support the book if you can.  There is only myself who has spent over one year writing it.  

P.S. If you donate at least US$10, you will have your name/alias listed in the book!
legendary
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Bitcoin history pages from inception to October 2018 fully complete. I anticipate 2008-2019 complete this month.

Other yearly chapters are currently in annotatee draft format. I look forward to finishing 2020-2023 by the end of June 2024.

Please send feedback on the 2008-2016 content, and don't forget to support my efforts (read opening post). I will do my utmost, whilst working full-time hours for my day job, to finish the book in the summer.

Thank you to all those who have already donated to the book. All your names/aliases will be listed in the book.
legendary
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I would recommend you consider getting some professional artwork done

Bad advice to spend money on something that will not increase value.

Nothing wrong with OP artwork, and the draw for this book will not be for the artwork.

Thank you for your comments. I think the book cover is simple and sufficient.
Vod
legendary
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Licking my boob since 1970
I would recommend you consider getting some professional artwork done

Bad advice to spend money on something that will not increase value.

Nothing wrong with OP artwork, and the draw for this book will not be for the artwork.
member
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Thank you for putting in the effort to prepare this book, I can understand and empathise with your frustration of not receiving donations. The difficulty is that people if given the option of having something for free, will not pay for it. I would recommend you consider getting some professional artwork done, and then selling the book to order on Amazon to assist with generating sales. You have obviously put in a tireless amount of effort, so you might be feeling underappreciated, but we live in a world where being a creative does not satisfy you monetarily, only for purpose and passion.
legendary
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As promised, here is the PDF document showing chapters 2008/09 to 2016 (still have the summary pages to complete):

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1M8z4M4oV4WC_aIGWkn-tO_T7Nkllj47C/view?usp=sharing

Please leave comments, feedback and suggestions for improvement in this thread.  The current thread for the book is:

https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/bitcoin-history-book-chance-to-have-your-own-page-10-pages-available-5475400



I will strive to finish the chapters for 2017 to 30th June 2024 (nearly 50% complete) by this summer.  Please show generosity and donate to help me complete the Bitcoin History 2008-2024 book by 12th September 2024:

$BTC bc1qktyzg2atx5paka2x64pxdwg54u7m2yn3cu2qxy

$LTC ltc1qz8jqkhy264q3mdjkjzsve7er25qdnmmvxt96lr

$ETH 0x125288bAf499e26259f8E2aC6FC5fE1491aBa9c2

$DOGE DRj7PWEz5zxHc5ptkTBapKjCrxQU75CB6q

$XRP r9LbXGJ9HCdwvAhKWJJLihSd8612xHybv7

With sufficient help, I know the book will be completed by September 2024.  Thank you in advance for your support and feedback.

Vod
legendary
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Licking my boob since 1970
Tyke, I like your determination, even though it may be blind.  :/

I'd like to see you get some reward for your efforts though - have you thought about selling each page for maybe $1 and then rewarding a full book with $1.50 a page?   You control it by making a limited number of certain  pages, and you can make $ by giving yourself a % of each automated trade.    Of course, you'd have to put the pages on a blockchain.   Combine your talent with your audience's passion.

legendary
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Please let me know where to get this book or is it available in pdf file online if pdf file is available please give me the link. 

You'll have to wait until someone donates almost $7k and makes a download link.   :/


I've decided to show the chapters:

https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/--5491132

I hope the Bitcoin community shows some generosity.
Vod
legendary
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Licking my boob since 1970
Please let me know where to get this book or is it available in pdf file online if pdf file is available please give me the link. 

You'll have to wait until someone donates almost $7k and makes a download link.   :/
legendary
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I will release the Bitcoin History book chapters 2008 to 2016 (pages 50 to 177) at around 23:00 UTC tonight.  The only pages incompleted are the chapter summary pages, which will be written when all other pages are done.

I hope the community will show generosity, because I have chosen to freely release 128 pages. I've spent countless hours putting it together, and know how special Bitcoin history is.

I look forward to all your comments about the above imminent release.

Happy Easter
legendary
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Chapters covering 2008 to 2016 (128 A4 pages) 100% complete.

Chapters covering 2017 to 30th June 2024 (122 A4 pages) about 50% complete.

I am willing to post the full 2008 to 2016 chapters in PDF format if the community collectively donates

0.0992845 BTC to

bc1qktyzg2atx5paka2x64pxdwg54u7m2yn3cu2qxy

Countless hours (most likely 1,000 hours or more) have been spent writing the aforementioned period.

Full book will be released on 12th September 2024!
legendary
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Currently consolidating Bitcoin history from 2008 to 2019 by reading print-outs. If I have missed any important information, it is ample opportunity to find out.

Once the above is done, 2020 to 2023 is next.

I won't be showing book interiors from now on. The book will hopefully be on sale in September 2024.
legendary
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I will think about how the book is published soon. There is only myself writing this 300 A4 page book! Thank you for commenting.

Nearly completed Bitcoin history book chapters documenting 2018 & 2019 milestones:

legendary
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Please let me know where to get this book or is it available in pdf file online if pdf file is available please give me the link.  Because I have been looking for this book for a long time but couldn't find it but today I noticed that you posted this post and I feel very lucky to see your post. 

Well if you carefully read the OP post, you will find the link to the book  Smiley


Please read the opening post, and then consider supporting me as I aim for completion. I'm more determined than ever to get over the finish line.

Well, just my idea why don't you publish this book on different social media platforms and get a payment for this to be downloaded? Maybe you can have a website of your own where you may sell this book.
Yes, it's good that you are giving this book free of cost to everyone on bitcointalk but there is no harm if you charge for it outside this forum.
legendary
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Just dropping in to find out who is still interested in the Bitcoin history book. I'm currently putting together pages related to 2019 milestones and achievements. It is taking me longer than expected, but I think the September 2024 completion date is feasible.

Please read the opening post, and then consider supporting me as I aim for completion. I'm more determined than ever to get over the finish line.
legendary
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Please let me know where to get this book or is it available in pdf file online if pdf file is available please give me the link.  Because I have been looking for this book for a long time but couldn't find it but today I noticed that you posted this post and I feel very lucky to see your post.  Because I've been looking for this book for almost a year but can't find it like James.  Because I have heard from many people about Buddhists and one of my older brother has said a lot that this book contains all the history of Bitcoin.  Many people who put 4-5 coins or 4000 bitcoins in Bitcoin in 2008 are now.  Owner of billions of rupees.

It will be completed by September 2024.
member
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Please let me know where to get this book or is it available in pdf file online if pdf file is available please give me the link.  Because I have been looking for this book for a long time but couldn't find it but today I noticed that you posted this post and I feel very lucky to see your post.  Because I've been looking for this book for almost a year but can't find it like James.  Because I have heard from many people about Buddhists and one of my older brother has said a lot that this book contains all the history of Bitcoin.  Many people who put 4-5 coins or 4000 bitcoins in Bitcoin in 2008 are now.  Owner of billions of rupees.
legendary
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UPDATE 07/02/2024:

I've completed history chapters covering 2008 to 2017 (pages 44 to 187 - 144 pages).

2017 Chapter:



I will complete 2018 and 2019 before the end of February 2024.

Who is still interested?
legendary
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UPDATE 07/01/2024:

There is an opportunity for 10 people to have their own personal page in the book!

For 0.01 BTC, on a first come first serve basis, one person is allowed to purchase just one page.  I invite you to write about your journey with Bitcoin (your participation, best memories, successes, failures etc.). Feel free to include photos.

I have opened the book up for these 10 pages to gain community insights and experience.

If interested, please contact me. The price has been set relatively high to deter too many entries.  
Vod
legendary
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Licking my boob since 1970
I think I understand the disconnect here.

You are an artist; you take pride in your work and your value is in the art itself.  This community (even outside this forum) is primarily here to earn profit with crypto.   They do not value the art..  They only care if they can resell for a profit.

You could make your project more appealing by putting each book on a blockchain, or putting some coin behind a hologram at the back.   
legendary
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As a way to help me complete 'The Bitcoin History Book 2008-2024' by September 2024, I seek community support.  

If you you would like your full name (or alias) in the book (will be listed on page 6 onwards), please private message me your name and donate at least $5 (crypto equivalent) towards my efforts.  Donation addresses are in the OP. Thank you in advance.

P.S. With sufficient support, I am the type of person who knuckles down and is totally determined.  Please trust me!


Please state which events in 2023 stood out for you. Has it been as eventful as previous years? I look forward to your replies  Cool
legendary
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More feedback would be much appreciated...

No one feeling generous this Christmas? The book preview in the OP is effectively around 1/3 of the final pages (300 A4 page book). If you found the early Bitcoin history useful, please donate a small amount towards my efforts to complete all other pages.

Thank you
legendary
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More feedback would be much appreciated...

Did you ask LoyceV or Ninja for copies of forum posts?   You could run it through AWS ML (free) to produce all kinds of meta data.   Again, this will broaden the appeal.

It is the first time I've heard about that.
Vod
legendary
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Licking my boob since 1970
More feedback would be much appreciated...

Did you ask LoyceV or Ninja for copies of forum posts?   You could run it through AWS ML (free) to produce all kinds of meta data.   Again, this will broaden the appeal.
legendary
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More feedback would be much appreciated...
legendary
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More feedback welcome  Grin

Still seeking book sponsors and people/groups who want their name mentioned in the book.
legendary
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Nah I'll pass on that.  I don't find it appealing, and it will effect some of the page layouts (text boxes will expand with lower page text boxes without adequate space).  I treat every page as a work of art.
I understand. It was worth a shot. Wink
Once the book is finished, will it only be available in physical form as a hardcover or have you thought about releasing it as an e-book as well? You know how bitcoiners and members of this community are about their privacy and not sharing their personal information (including addresses) with anyone.

Paperback, hardcover and ebook versions will exist. I am more focused on the task at hand; completing all 300 pages.
legendary
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Nah I'll pass on that.  I don't find it appealing, and it will effect some of the page layouts (text boxes will expand with lower page text boxes without adequate space).  I treat every page as a work of art.
I understand. It was worth a shot. Wink
Once the book is finished, will it only be available in physical form as a hardcover or have you thought about releasing it as an e-book as well? You know how bitcoiners and members of this community are about their privacy and not sharing their personal information (including addresses) with anyone.
Vod
legendary
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Licking my boob since 1970
I doubt your book will be of interest to many people.   People outside this forum see this as a scammer's paradise, and if you are not covering any scams, they probably won't be interested.

As for community members, only a few have made it worth their while here.   The community mantra is HODL. 

 Undecided


legendary
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I don't know why, but I have always liked when the books I read begin with an extra large letter for the first word in a new section.
For instance, your first section titled Registration of the bitcoin.org Domain Name begins with From late 2007 to 2009...
Instead of that, I would prefer From late 2007 to 2009...
I obviously don't expect you to make that change. Just providing some feedback on what I find more visually appealing.

Nah I'll pass on that.  I don't find it appealing, and it will effect some of the page layouts (text boxes will expand with lower page text boxes without adequate space).  I treat every page as a work of art.
legendary
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I don't know why, but I have always liked when the books I read begin with an extra large letter for the first word in a new section.
For instance, your first section titled Registration of the bitcoin.org Domain Name begins with From late 2007 to 2009...
Instead of that, I would prefer From late 2007 to 2009...
I obviously don't expect you to make that change. Just providing some feedback on what I find more visually appealing.
legendary
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For of all, thank you to all those who have commented on this thread including useful feedback.  It is motivating and helps me to assess progress.  I have nearly completed the first draft of 8 chapters covering 2008-2016 (see draft preview, some pages removed) immediately below.  The Bitcoin yearly history chapters begin on page 44 after introductory and other BTC related pages.  

To be honest, I am slightly baffled about the lack of generosity from the community.  Countless time and energy has been put into it so far, and I am determined to write draft pages for 2017-end June 2024 next year.  I'm far from a greedy person (live in a small terrace house with terrible heating and an abomination of a garden) who continuously loves to learn and work hard.  Moreover, I turn down overtime at work in favour of writing this book.  If you can, please donate:

$BTC bc1qktyzg2atx5paka2x64pxdwg54u7m2yn3cu2qxy

$LTC ltc1qz8jqkhy264q3mdjkjzsve7er25qdnmmvxt96lr

$ETH 0x125288bAf499e26259f8E2aC6FC5fE1491aBa9c2

$DOGE DRj7PWEz5zxHc5ptkTBapKjCrxQU75CB6q

$XRP r9LbXGJ9HCdwvAhKWJJLihSd8612xHybv7

With sufficient help, I know the book will be completed by September 2024.  Thank you in advance for your support and feedback.


Below are thumbnail screenshots of the first 8 yearly BTC history chapters:







Vod
legendary
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Licking my boob since 1970
If anyone in the community can help, please donate by first messaging me here. Your name will be included in the book.

On a personal note, there are times when I feel lethargic and fed up. Despite that, I keep finding the motivation to persist. Please support me if you can as I do my best to create something great.

I appreciate all praise from the Bitcoin community.

I don't know how much you covered crime, but if you have a chapter on corruption, I can provide quite of bit of evidence in Theymos and OG's own posts.   I could possibly get you $ help with some scam charities.  (Don't get excited OG, they support scam victims   Wink)
legendary
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I hope community members donate towards my efforts. It will help enormously towards completing the book in September 2024. I cannot quantify how many hours it will take until then, but I am committed to spend as much of my free time as possible. Thank you in advance.
legendary
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Allow me to ask, why did you set the date 2008-2024 and not 2023?

Are you thinking about creating the book in digital format only, or also in paper format?

The book covers Bitcoin history from 18th August 2008 to 30th June 2024. It will be checked during the summer ready for self-publication in September 2024. The book will be available digitally, and in paperback/hardcover formats.

One of the reasons I do not reply to all questions or comments is I am mostly pressed for time. I do read all replies Cheesy
legendary
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**In BTC since 2013**
Thank you for pointing out that I am contributing greatly to Bitcoin. I would be encouraging to see more support in terms of donations, because it is taking countless hours, resources and energy to drive the book towards the finish line. If anyone in the community can help, please donate by first messaging me here. Your name will be included in the book.

On a personal note, there are times when I feel lethargic and fed up. Despite that, I kept finding the motivation to persist. Please support me if you can as I do my best to create something great.

I appreciate all praise from the Bitcoin community.


Asking the community for support is a good thing, as you are making an excellent compilation.

But it would also be good if you responded to the comments that the community makes about your work. Almost all of his posts are asking for donations, and saying that his work is hard - which is true. But, if you want to involve the community, give feedback on the community's observations.
legendary
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I will say congratulations on your project. When I see things of this nature that promotes the community I usually have his joy in me that people are really not just here for some pay or something else but to make remarkable things, just as I wish to do some day.

I haven't had enough time to read through your research compilation but will surely do, and I will also make a review of it if possible to help you find faults that needs to be fixed before publication.

A new development of this nature surely needs to be more appreciated but I believe it will come when your finally done with it.
Once again congratulations Tyke.

Thank you for pointing out that I am contributing greatly to Bitcoin. It would be encouraging to see more support in terms of donations, because it is taking countless hours, resources and energy to drive the book towards the finish line. If anyone in the community can help, please donate by first messaging me here. Your name will be included in the book.

On a personal note, there are times when I feel lethargic and fed up. Despite that, I keep finding the motivation to persist. Please support me if you can as I do my best to create something great.

I appreciate all praise from the Bitcoin community.
legendary
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**In BTC since 2013**
Allow me to ask, why did you set the date 2008-2024 and not 2023?

Are you thinking about creating the book in digital format only, or also in paper format?
legendary
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THE BITCOIN HISTORY BOOK 2008-2024

For one year, I've been researching and writing about the full 2008-2024 Bitcoin history.  I plan to self-publish a 300 A4 page book (colour interior) on Amazon by September 2024.  It will cover all major Bitcoin milestones from inception of the blockchain to the end of June 2024.  I've spent countless hours collating and presenting relevant history by writing 16 page yearly chapters. Below is a link showing a preview of what has already been put together:

(history chapters begin on page 44)

Please support: $BTC (CONTACT ME FOR BTC ADDRESS)

Besides the above, a preliminary front cover for the book as been designed:



Some members of Bitcointalk may remember my previous posts here:

https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/book-the-bitcoin-history-book-2008-2024-progress-report-update-04122023-5469588
https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/bitcoin-200809-2022-history-paperbackhardcover-book-5441233


If you like (or impressed by) the progress made so far, please comment below by leaving constructive feedback.  I've been part of the Bitcoin/crypto community for over 10 years.  Distributed ledger technology has never left my radar since I discovered Bitcoin back in March 2013.  The Bitcoin History Book 2008-2024 will be my contribution to legacy, as well as newbie, members of the community.

Please contact me if you would like to support the book via donations, sponsorships or otherwise.  I will continue to strive towards completing the book by September 2024.

Thank you for reading (don't forget to click on the Google Drive link in order to read the current book interior).  It is a draft at the moment!
legendary
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This book is gold, thank you for your contribution to bitcoin!

I have completed chapters covering 2008-2016 (total 128 pages). Currently checking and editing those pages before i upload it here very soon.

Tyke,

Keep pushing, this book is pure genius and represents some of the most valuable information I have seen on the origins of bitcoin. Some of the early information is pure gold. The bit about "netcoin.org" is beyond interesting. Just imagine if Satoshi choose netcoin as the name of his network instead.

This is a manuscript that must be written and distributed accordingly.


Thank you for your interest and praise. I will continue to include valuable points in the book.
copper member
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This book is gold, thank you for your contribution to bitcoin!

I have completed chapters covering 2008-2016 (total 128 pages). Currently checking and editing those pages before i upload it here very soon.

Tyke,

Keep pushing, this book is pure genius and represents some of the most valuable information I have seen on the origins of bitcoin. Some of the early information is pure gold. The bit about "netcoin.org" is beyond interesting. Just imagine if Satoshi choose netcoin as the name of his network instead.

This is a manuscript that must be written and distributed accordingly.
legendary
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This book is gold, thank you for your contribution to bitcoin!

I have completed chapters covering 2008-2016 (total 128 pages). Currently checking and editing those pages before i upload it here very soon.

This could probably become the best resource e-book about the history of Bitcoin, but after you finish your work you should create a thread on an appropriate section of this forum, possibly for beginners, and help, many of us here even if they part of this forum do not know the full history of Bitcoin, I could myself as one, I hope your coming announcement about your e-book will be pinned so many can discover this.
legendary
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This book is gold, thank you for your contribution to bitcoin!

I have completed chapters covering 2008-2016 (total 128 pages). Currently checking and editing those pages before i upload it here very soon.
copper member
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Eclipse™ Experimental Cryptographic Technology
This book is gold, thank you for your contribution to bitcoin!
member
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It's a story that needs to be told in every way possible, not once, if a thousand times. I hope it meets its release date.

For the physical book you have thought about how to distribute it for those who want to keep the "romance" of anonymity...
legendary
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Here is the latest post (tweet) on X:

https://twitter.com/CryptoBooksAlt/status/1718719008285897149

128 A4 pages cover Bitcoin history from inception to the end of 2016.  Segregated Witness code was introduced into the Bitcoin protocol on 27th October 2016 with the release of v0.13.1. 

Who remembers Bitcoin in 2016?  Please say which milestones you think were key for Bitcoin in 2016 below.
legendary
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'The right to privacy matters'
unfortunately my browser can't load many pages, maybe because this pdf format is not supported on my browser, but later i will try to download it and read it on my pc.
You should be able to view it if your browser supports it, not to mention it uses Google Drive to host the file. If what you mean can't load many pages is there are some pages with no content, I'm sure it is because OP is still making a draft and not the final book. Even I got the same "problem", and some formatting is just a mess whether I use my laptop or mobile. I'm pretty sure OP will focus on the formatting when there is enough content or the publishing time comes closer.

I have a pc with a large ssd and a lot of ram I fully downloaded it to look at it at my leisure.

If is better if you fully downloaded it. But I understand that many devices cant handle that much bandwidth.
legendary
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unfortunately my browser can't load many pages, maybe because this pdf format is not supported on my browser, but later i will try to download it and read it on my pc.
You should be able to view it if your browser supports it, not to mention it uses Google Drive to host the file. If what you mean can't load many pages is there are some pages with no content, I'm sure it is because OP is still making a draft and not the final book. Even I got the same "problem", and some formatting is just a mess whether I use my laptop or mobile. I'm pretty sure OP will focus on the formatting when there is enough content or the publishing time comes closer.
hero member
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unfortunately my browser can't load many pages, maybe because this pdf format is not supported on my browser, but later i will try to download it and read it on my pc.

but as others have said, i can say that this is the best e-book that documents various events in the world of bitcoin in a fairly complete and easy-to-read way for readers. if there is someone who wants to see various events in the world of bitcoin, recommending this e-book to them would be the best thing because all the details are written concisely and clearly. good job.

There are a lot of existing e-book about Bitcoin but the majority of these are general information about Bitcoin and some about prediction and potential this is the only e-book I've found so far that explores Bitcoin's complete history from the beginning its still incomplete and on draft but once completed its worth reading and going to be a trip down memory lane.

Will we have a succeeding edition like 2022 onwards because the Crypto community is very dynamic there's always something new events coming in and will this continue to be free, this is a great contribution for the community and worth reading for those coming in.
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unfortunately my browser can't load many pages, maybe because this pdf format is not supported on my browser, but later i will try to download it and read it on my pc.

but as others have said, i can say that this is the best e-book that documents various events in the world of bitcoin in a fairly complete and easy-to-read way for readers. if there is someone who wants to see various events in the world of bitcoin, recommending this e-book to them would be the best thing because all the details are written concisely and clearly. good job.
legendary
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**In BTC since 2013**
First of all, I want to congratulate you on the initiative, if it is well prepared I think it is something that has everything it needs to be successful.

Well, I didn't read everything, because being in English it would take a while.

But, from what I've seen, I think the book's layout could be improved. In some parts it seems somewhat confusing. So, I would suggest, if possible, taking a less orange approach (I really like this color), and having a "cleaner", simpler timeline that makes reading easier. This is because, currently, you don't see the difference between the points you want to highlight and the rest.

Therefore, I think I could try to improve this page layout a little, it would certainly make things even more interesting.
legendary
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An absolutely wonderful work. You deserve all thanks and appreciation for the great effort you put into this wonderful book.

I quickly browsed through the book to take a look. I found the book's format to be very good, rich with information and illustrative images in a way that provides a lot of interesting information without making the reader bored as a result of the book's long pages.

It is true that the history of Bitcoin is not far away, but it is full of major events that deserve to be documented, so it is not easy at all to compile this large amount of information accumulated during all those years.

I will try to read part of it whenever I have some time. I repeat my admiration for the book, and thank you.

Thank you for your appreciation.
legendary
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An absolutely wonderful work. You deserve all thanks and appreciation for the great effort you put into this wonderful book.

I quickly browsed through the book to take a look. I found the book's format to be very good, rich with information and illustrative images in a way that provides a lot of interesting information without making the reader bored as a result of the book's long pages.

It is true that the history of Bitcoin is not far away, but it is full of major events that deserve to be documented, so it is not easy at all to compile this large amount of information accumulated during all those years.

I will try to read part of it whenever I have some time. I repeat my admiration for the book, and thank you.
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Great content, a bit unorganized, usually 2011 ends and 2012 starts, in the book 2011 comes back and back again.
legendary
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I want to read this book but where can i find it i can't find it here in our library i really want to read this book.

There is a link in the OP. It is only a current draft and incomplete.
legendary
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'The right to privacy matters'
Yeah I currently donate to talkimg as it allows us to post images on bitcointalk

I am going to add  this forum to my donation list today. I got a bit busy over the weekend and did not put in any btc to the op as of right now.

edit I just sent 0.001 btc to

1AeYQnpEqxAV4LdrFE5AzquqheTekLNggx

I will donate for

Oct sent 0.001 oct 9
Nov
Dec


and assess if I can continue in Jan 2024 as it depends on my mining partnership
legendary
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I plan to self-publish a 300 A4 page book (colour interior) on Amazon by September 2024.  It will cover all major Bitcoin milestones from inception of the blockchain to the end of June 2024.  

This is a rather long waiting period, but I will certainly look for this book for my collection.

I remember that you wrote about this earlier, I'm glad that you still continued to add new and improve old content.
legendary
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Please support: $BTC 1AeYQnpEqxAV4LdrFE5AzquqheTekLNggx

I will be giving you a donation this evening. It is nice work and a lot of effort.

I will be reading more of it today.

Thank you for your support
legendary
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'The right to privacy matters'
Please support: $BTC 1AeYQnpEqxAV4LdrFE5AzquqheTekLNggx

I will be giving you a donation this evening. It is nice work and a lot of effort.

I will be reading more of it today.
legendary
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Probably one of the best e-book I've stumble and is surprisingly free the chronological is well organized, and it brings back the best memory of when Bitcoin was being developed and promoted while reading I was wondering where was I during those times I'm sure some of us here wish that they have stumbled Bitcoin on its earlier stage.
The community owes you for compiling and creating this, this is not easy I just cannot imagine the hours you;ve spent.

Thank you for your praise. I appreciate your comment because it will add to my motivation.
legendary
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Probably one of the best e-book I've stumble and is surprisingly free the chronological is well organized, and it brings back the best memory of when Bitcoin was being developed and promoted while reading I was wondering where was I during those times I'm sure some of us here wish that they have stumbled Bitcoin on its earlier stage.
The community owes you for compiling and creating this, this is not easy I just cannot imagine the hours you've spent.
legendary
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'The right to privacy matters'
I will read this and get back to you.

So I am on page 56 and you flashed back to 2007 from say 2009 not sure it is a smooth transit to do that. I will read some more and get back.
legendary
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UPDATE 04/12/2023:

For of all, thank you to all those who have commented on this thread including useful feedback.  It is motivating and helps me to assess progress.  I have nearly completed the first draft of 8 chapters covering 2008-2016 (see draft preview, some pages removed) immediately below.  The Bitcoin yearly history chapters begin on page 44 after introductory and other BTC related pages.  

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VZsSeyfJLDVL5BDubpus-TMSq-ngCKyd/view?usp=sharing

To be honest, I am slightly baffled about the lack of generosity from the community.  Countless time and energy has been put into it so far, and I am determined to write draft pages for 2017-end June 2024 next year.  I'm far from a greedy person (live in a small terrace house with terrible heating and an abomination of a garden) who continuously loves to learn and work hard.  Moreover, I turn down overtime at work in favour of writing this book.  If you can, please donate:

$BTC bc1qktyzg2atx5paka2x64pxdwg54u7m2yn3cu2qxy

$LTC ltc1qz8jqkhy264q3mdjkjzsve7er25qdnmmvxt96lr

$ETH 0x125288bAf499e26259f8E2aC6FC5fE1491aBa9c2

$DOGE DRj7PWEz5zxHc5ptkTBapKjCrxQU75CB6q

$XRP r9LbXGJ9HCdwvAhKWJJLihSd8612xHybv7

With sufficient help, I know the book will be completed by September 2024.  Thank you in advance for your support and feedback.


Below are thumbnail screenshots of the first 8 yearly BTC history chapters:









END OF 04/12/2023 UPDATE


THE BITCOIN HISTORY BOOK 2008-2024

Please retweet, like & support: https://twitter.com/CryptoBooksAlt/status/1728851987247386961

For one year, I've been researching and writing about the full 2008-2024 Bitcoin history.  I plan to self-publish a 300 A4 page book (colour interior) on Amazon by September 2024.  It will cover all major Bitcoin milestones from inception of the blockchain to the end of June 2024.  I've spent countless hours collating and presenting relevant history by writing 16 page yearly chapters. Below is a link showing a preview of what has already been put together:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1sXCe8m8c1scmtHvtuporuO1ml7h3JQD_/view?usp=sharing

(history chapters begin on page 44)

Besides the above, a preliminary front cover for the book as been designed:



Please SUPPORT $BTC bc1qktyzg2atx5paka2x64pxdwg54u7m2yn3cu2qxy

$LTC ltc1qz8jqkhy264q3mdjkjzsve7er25qdnmmvxt96lr

$ETH 0x125288bAf499e26259f8E2aC6FC5fE1491aBa9c2

$DOGE DRj7PWEz5zxHc5ptkTBapKjCrxQU75CB6q

$XRP r9LbXGJ9HCdwvAhKWJJLihSd8612xHybv7

Some members of Bitcointalk may remember my previous posts here:

https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/book-the-bitcoin-history-book-2008-2024-progress-report-update-04122023-5469588
https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/bitcoin-200809-2022-history-paperbackhardcover-book-5441233


If you like (or impressed by) the progress made so far, please comment below by leaving constructive feedback.  I've been part of the Bitcoin/crypto community for over 10 years.  Distributed ledger technology has never left my radar since I discovered Bitcoin back in March 2013.  The Bitcoin History Book 2008-2024 will be my contribution to legacy, as well as newbie, members of the community.

Please contact me if you would like to support the book via donations, sponsorships or otherwise.  I will continue to strive towards completing the book by September 2024.

Thank you for reading (don't forget to click on the Google Drive link in order to read the current book interior).  It is a draft at the moment!
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