This book of essays by Norman Mailer’s biographer, Dr. J. Michael Lennon, collect personal and literary reminiscences, insights, and investigations from the last half century. Through the rising action of his life in literature, Lennon’s remembrances track the influence not only of his literary pater familias, Norman Mailer, but his actual father, a booze-bitten blue-collar bibliophile with his own reputation for genius, and how together these mentors forged and focused the 20/20 literary vision Lennon takes to the work of some of the greatest writers of the Twentieth Century, from Baldwin and Bishop to Didion and DeLillo and, not least, Mailer himself.
Lennon's remembrances in this collection are linked by his attempt to understand his relationship with his putative parent, Norman Mailer, a need intensified by his decades-long confusion about his relationship to his actual father. The literary essays and reviews that take up the middle of this collection are about people--writers for the most part-- whose work Mailer admired, or were his literary colleagues and/or rivals"--
Legendary adventurer and raconteur Robin Moore has teamed up with third-generation Army officer Michael “Doc” Lennon to share the stories of the soldiers who have earned the right to wear the Green Beret. From Vietnam to the present day, The Wars of the Green Berets retells the stranger-than-fiction, hair-raising experiences of the stout men who have risked it all, from their firefights on the Cambodian border to their present-day patrols on the dangerous streets of Baghdad. It takes us to the streets of Mogadishu in the days before and after the events of Black Hawk Down. It puts us on the rocky moonscapes of Afghanistan in search of the enemy, where soldiers face the dangers of friendly fire as well as fierce Taliban fighters. Featuring a new foreword by a former Green Beret about the continued efforts and role Special Forces play in modern warfare, this is a work of fiction that is more real than many works of history. It’s destined to become a classic. Skyhorse Publishing, as well as our Arcade, Yucca, and Good Books imprints, are proud to publish a broad range of books for readers interested in fiction—novels, novellas, political and medical thrillers, comedy, satire, historical fiction, romance, erotic and love stories, mystery, classic literature, folklore and mythology, literary classics including Shakespeare, Dumas, Wilde, Cather, and much more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.
This pragmatic guide To The patent licensing of software and other information technology zeroes in on business transaction issues - from the proposal and negotiation of patent licensing agreements To The implementation of licensing programs And The enforcement of patents. You get the kind of realistic, effective strategies that can only be gained through years of involvement with licensing activities. I Drafting Technology Patent License Agreements Michael J. Lennon draws on his own experience to advise you on: Implementing a patent licensing program Evaluating the patent portfolio Formulating a licensing strategy Using databases in patent practice Understanding the due diligence issues relating to information technology Recognizing crucial clauses in patent licensing agreements and more Case studies in developing a patent licensing program help you see the principles in action. A disk of 40 patent license agreements accompanies the book. In the high-stakes world of information technology, The right patent licensing agreement can be a crucial component of a successful business plan. Let Michael Lennon show you how to go beyond simple legal accuracy to take full advantage of business opportunities for your clients.
The sudden, violent death of John Lennon in December 1980 ended two decades in which he had been one of the most influential figures in popular music -- firstly with the Beatles, then as a solo artist.
In todayand’s fast-paced and ultra-competitive high-tech environment, an effectively managed patent licensing program is a must. The Second Editio n of Drafting Technology Patent License Agreements shows you how to achieve one. This valuable resource covers all of the legal and business transactional issues you are likely to encounter during the drafting and negotiation of patent licensing agreements. It guides you step-by-step through the unique aspects of the implementation of a patent licensing program for computers, electronics, telecommunications, and other industries, and it clarifies the issues involved in the enforcement and litigation of these patents. Youand’ll find incisive legal analysis on complex issues including: How to implement an aggressive and well-managed patent licensing program How to evaluate a patent or portfolio for licensing How to identify industry segments and select potential licensees How to discuss terms with industry targets How to formulate an effective licensing strategy How to use databases effectively in patent practice How to organize a licensing team How to file a patent infringement lawsuit And many more critical issues like these. Included with this key resource are 40 time-saving forms on the bonus CD-ROM: Forms for establishing a new technology company using patented technology Confidentiality agreements (for a third-party vendor, third party evaluation, or consultant) A projected royalty stream analysis A semiconductor technology cross-licensing agreement Software technology license agreements Model licensing and patent agreements for the telecommunications industry And many more!
This book covers four decades of the life of a man from rural Ireland. It spans the time he spent going to school, working on the farms, moving from country life into the city, and finishing up detailing his travels to Britain and the USA. This book covers the the trials and tribulations that he encounters and the many adventures that happened along the way. This book chronicles over 60 different, and somewhat unusual, business enterprises that he pursued, most of which would have been a first in Ireland. The book also covers the ups and downs of some of these adventures, detailing market research, customer reactions, and the eventual outcomes. Just remember that the title is Just Go and Do It, and that sums up nicely the driving force behind this man, always thinking and always doing something. The book also includes about forty short stories collected throughout the last few years, while he was working as a taxi driver in the Boston area. Although some of the stories are sad, most are of the funny variety, and even the sad ones seem funny today. Nobody ever died as a result of any of these adventures, so read on, enjoy, have a laugh and remember: Just Go and Do It.
A behind-the-scenes look at the Beatles' first British tour in 1963, as well as their historic live appearance at the Royal Variety Performace at the London Palladium.
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