Allen Paul Bücher

Paul Allens Ideen führten zur Gründung eines Weltkonzerns. Gemeinsam mit Bill Gates gründete er 1975 Microsoft und leitete damit die digitale Revolution ein. In seiner Autobiografie vermittelt Allen ein faszinierendes Bild dieser Aufbruchszeit und seines komplexen Verhältnisses zu Gates. Auch nach seinem Abschied von Microsoft blieb er von Pioniergeist erfüllt. Als Investor entwickelte er ein feines Gespür für technische und wirtschaftliche Trends; als Mäzen fördert er die Hirnforschung und bewahrt das Erbe von Jimi Hendrix. In diesem Werk beschreibt ein technologisches Genie, wie er zu einem der reichsten Männer der Welt wurde und stets an vorderster Front neuer Entdeckungen steht. „Dies ist die Geschichte eines unermüdlich neugierigen und fantasievollen Menschen, wie man ihn selten findet. Geradeheraus und wortgewandt berichtet er, wie er unsere Zeit für immer verändert hat.“ (Jann S. Wenner, Gründer und Verleger des Rolling Stone) Pauls Neugier führt ihn immer wieder auf unbekanntes Terrain – sei es beim Personal Computer, in der Tiefsee, im Weltraum, in der Musik, im Film oder in der Erforschung des menschlichen Gehirns. Eines ist sicher: Nichts bleibt, wie es war, und der Weg dorthin ist außergewöhnlich. (Peter Gabriel)

The book offers a detailed exploration of the Katyn massacre, where Stalin's regime executed Poland's officer corps and deported the bourgeoisie to Siberia. It highlights the ongoing tensions between Poles and Russians over this historical tragedy. The updated account includes new translations from Russian military archives, testimonies from eyewitnesses, and previously unpublished official documents, revealing a U.S. government cover-up that persisted post-war. This comprehensive narrative sheds light on a pivotal yet often overlooked event in 20th-century history.

In a rapidly evolving technological landscape, service orientation emerges as a crucial strategy for companies striving to thrive in competitive global markets. Paul Allen offers an accessible introduction to this approach, detailing its effectiveness in aligning business processes with customer demands. The book emphasizes the benefits of service orientation, providing valuable insights that will be essential for CIOs, IT architects, and senior developers aiming to enhance efficiency and adapt to market changes.

"A young man takes a summer job with a horse packer in the Sierra Nevada mountains-and receives a valuable education in the art of living-in a modern-day parable filled with love for horses, nature, and the majesty of the Sierras, based on the author's real-life experience of 40 years horse packing in the John Muir Wilderness. Pablo is 18, a young man bound for college and a promising future, but also directionless and drifting toward the gang life. Pablo's mother, remembering his childhood love of horses back home in Mexico, arranges a summer job for him with podiatrist and commercial horse packer Dr. Clyde. Pablo finds himself far from the distractions of the city, leading pack horse trains through the stunning natural beauty of the John Muir Wilderness. Along the way, Pablo receives a remarkable series of life lessons based on Dr. Clyde's 40 years' experience leading riders and hikers through the mountains. The guests that Clyde and Pablo encounter present many different models of how to live, both positive and negative, from arrogant know-it-all tourists to experienced and respectful outdoorsmen. As Dr. Clyde says, "You'll find in this world, Pablo, that some people make very poor decisions. Sometimes it adversely affects others and sometimes it negatively affects themselves big-time." Pablo and the reader learn that self-reliance, preparedness, and taking responsibility for one's own safety help develop a confident and responsible adult. With lyrical descriptions of the natural splendor of the mountains and charming line drawings of horses and scenery, Life Lessons on the Sierra Trail is a celebration of the outdoor life and how it builds character"-- Provided by publisher

Anyone managing an artist's career needs to be well versed and have a savvy understanding of the moving parts of the music business. You'll learn how and why those moving parts "move," as well as how to manage and navigate a music-based career. Artist Management for the Music Business gives you a comprehensive view of how to generate income through music and how to strategically plan for future growth. The book is full of valuable practical insights. It includes interviews and case studies with examples of real-world management issues and outcomes. Updates to this new edition include the importance of online streaming to music careers, how anyone can effectively network, tools for successful negotiation, ways to identify and manage income sources, and guidance on the ever-changing social media landscape of the music business. This book gives you access to resources about artist management and the music business at its companion website, http: //www.artistmanagementonline.com.​ There is no login, and the resources are updated regularly.

'When I was 16 I dressed in Victorian clothing in a bid to distract people from the fact that I was gay. It was a flawed plan.'No Shame is a very funny, candid and emotional ride of a memoir by one of our most beloved comedians. The working-class son of a coach driver, and the youngest member of the Noel Coward Society, Tom Allen grew up in 90s suburbia as the eternal outsider.In these hilarious, honest and heart breaking stories Tom recalls observations on childhood, his adolescence, the family he still lives with, and his attempts to come out and negotiate the gay dating scene. They are written with his trademark caustic wit and warmth, and will entertain, surprise and move you in equal measure.

Focusing on the foundational principles of Six Sigma, this book emphasizes its historical significance and relevance for manufacturing engineers. It highlights the integration of physics and mathematics in process improvement, showcasing how these often-overlooked concepts can empower engineers to solve technical challenges effectively. Aimed at those aspiring to excel in engineering, the book serves as a vital resource for mastering Six Sigma methodologies and achieving world-class standards in manufacturing.

In From Honey With Love, Honey—a swamp dog living in the wild—tells her own harrowing story in a charming southern voice. Barely a year old, her high-stakes drama begins when she gets trapped and nearly shot. Convinced that she’s a coyote or a “ditch dog,” trappers want to wipe out her breed, perhaps the oldest in North America. But Honey gets rescued by Miss Jane and taken to Banbury Cross Farm, where she rescues and raises Honey’s breed—the Carolina Dog or American Dingo. At the farm, Honey quickly bonds with Mr. Billy, the Field Master for fox hunters, and Ace, the farm manager. They quickly bond as a pack, like the one Honey left in the swamp. Honey’s quickness causes Ace, Miss Jane, and Mr. Billy to train her to become an agility champion. How she runs the race of her life, and how the killers in the swamp get caught, lives in legend. Along the way, Honey learns a lesson she’ll never forget: the strength of the wolf is the pack, and the strength of the pack is the wolf.

Focusing on a pragmatic, component-based approach, this book offers insights into developing enterprise systems using The Select Perspective. It presents a streamlined set of modeling techniques based on UML and advocates for a service-based architecture that prioritizes business needs over technology. Readers will find a clearly defined software process along with practical advice, examples, and checklists, making it a valuable resource for navigating the complexities of component-based development.