The Patent Process: A Guide to Intellectual Property for the Information Age

by Craig Hovey

A simple, straightforward guide to the ins and outs of the modern patent process In the information age, intellectual property is often as valuable as-- if not more valuable than-- any physical asset... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0471442178
• ISBN13: 9780471442172
• Release Date: December 2001
• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 7.4" x 9.6"

Customer Reviews

Patents for entrepreneurs

One of the wonderful features of this book is in how it shows readers that it's the simple things they come up with, usually based on their own experience or expertise, that can be turned into the greatest success with a patent. You don't need to be a rocket scientist, just a guy like me who comes up with a better way to do something. The case studies were particularly helpful, ranging from profiles of a dot-com company with business method patents to a barbecue joint that has a sauce as a trade secret. I never thought I'd see a book written by a college professor that's actually interesting to read.

Worth reading even if you don't need a patent!

Who knew patents and intellectual property could be so interesting to read about? The examples of patents in here, like the method for preserving the dead, are a blast - and really serve to teach you something. You'll love the case studies, too. For those seeking patents, trademarks, trade secrets, or copyrights, what you need to know is laid right out. Other books on these subjects put you to sleep, this one is cool!