I thought the book was good but it glossed over the later part of his career (90s and 00s). I was disappointed how he devoted so little time to discussing The Rising, which was a key part of his career resurgence and American history.

I also learned of the complete ambivalence toward the Irish side of his family which devolved into stereotyping at certain points, which is ironic since his dad is half Dutch.

His father was clearly mentally ill and Bruce didn't/doesn't seem to have much empathy.

I'd say his upbringing was no different to most kids of that era, but he seems rather coddled.