Stephen Richard Witt
Stephen Richard Witt is an American journalist and author best known for his debut book, "How Music Got Free." As a self-described member of the "pirate generation," Witt's personal experiences with digital music piracy inspired his investigation into the subject.
His work has been published in The New Yorker, and he spent five years researching and writing "How Music Got Free." Witt's background in mathematics and economics informs his approach to complex technological and business topics.
His writing style is praised for its ability to make technical subjects engaging and accessible to a general audience.
The book's manuscript was discovered in a literary slush pile, launching Witt's career as a non-fiction author.
