Lots of anecdotal information attempting to tie in the so-called 'New Economy' with historical trends. It doesn't quite convince. A lot of theory, as if meant for an academic audience. I don't see a lot of real world application here. I doubt the authors have experience running a successful real-world business.

I am a seasoned marketing VP for a high tech company. While I would in no way characterize this as a comprehensive marketing manual for high tech marketers, I did find it very useful from one perspective: it provides a simple overview of what it takes for a company to succeed in the technology space including a very succinct and readable overview of many different value-generating business models. It then relates these business models to appropriate marketing tactics. I gleaned some "nuggets" that will help my company become a more successful enterprise. For this reason alone, the book was well worth the price. It is just over 200 pages and can be read in one sitting.

A biography of Sir Robert Montgomery, GCSI,KCB,LLD ( 1809-1887). Written by Field Marshall Sir Bernard Montgomery's brother, it is a biography of their grand father, who served in India, when serving in the Government he played a key role in suppressing the Indian Mutiny of l857. Poole 1984, Blandford pr, lst UK ed w/dj, 5 1/2 x 8 1/2, xix, 139 pp, maps, illus.

If you really think this book will help you become a better listener, then by all means, go ahead and read it. Otherwise, just consider the topic and use a little common sense. If this book somehow falls into your hands i'd suggest you use it to practice your origami skills--at least the paper used to print this on won't go to waste.