The notion of the author as the creator and therefore the first owner of a work is deeply rooted both in our economic system and in our concept of the individual. But this concept of authorship is modern. Mark Rose traces the formation of copyright in eighteenth-century Britain--and in the process highlights still current issues of intellectual property. Authors and Owners is at once a fascinating look at an important episode in legal history and a significant contribution to literary and cultural history.

A fundamental assumption in most of the literature on leadership is that a few will need to control the many. This assumption leads to a search for power but with an either/or mindset: if I have power, then others cannot have as much as me or they will be a threat. Organizations, when anxious, experience limited ability to learn and change. There is an alternative, paradoxical way to understand leadership. A leader is most effective not by controlling others but by defining himself/herself. It is critical for leaders to face their fears, challenge their assumptions and thus be able to change...

What do Donald Trump, Wayne Dyer, Buddha, and Helen Keller have in common? They all have said great things in an effort to teach us how to live better lives. But how can you use that wisdom today? In 365 Inspirations: One Minute Insights for Love, Success, and Happiness, Mark Rose takes the wisdom from inspirational leaders from the past and the present and shows you how to apply that wisdom to your life. His messages range from spiritual to practical and are arranged in a one-a- day format. Start each morning by reading a message. Then apply its wisdom to your life throughout the day. By...