Michael S. Malone Libros

Following actress Amelie Hart, A Song of Isolation looks beneath the magpie glimmer of celebrity to uncover a sinister world of greed and lies

"The definitive history of the Intel Corporation--the essential company of the digital age--told through the lives of its three preeminent figures: Robert Noyce, Gordon Moore, and Andy Grove. Intel has often been hailed as the most important company in the world, and with good reason: While technology companies come and go, Intel remains, more than four decades after its inception, a defining company of the global digital economy. The legendary inventor of the microprocessor--the single most significant product in the modern world--Intel today builds the tiny "engines" that power almost every intelligent electronic device on the planet. But the true story of Intel is the human story of the three geniuses behind it. In The Intel Trinity, Michael S. Malone takes an unflinching look at the strengths and weaknesses each member of the trio has brought to Intel, and how, without the perfect balance, the company would never have reached its current level of success. Robert Noyce, the most respected high-tech figure of his generation, brought credibility (and money) to the company's founding; Gordon Moore made Intel the world's technological leader; and Andy Grove relentlessly drove the company to ever-higher levels of success and competitiveness. Without any one of these figures, Intel would never have achieved its historic success; with them, Intel made possible the personal computer, the Internet, telecommunications, and the personal electronics revolution. Based on unprecedented access to corporate archives, The Intel Trinity reveals the fascinating stories behind the company's ubiquitous products and the unique business practices--including a willingness to commit to new ideas, an initiative to make bold investments in lean times, and a devotion to upholding Gordon Moore's namesake law--that led Intel to consistent success unheard of elsewhere in the tech world. The Intel Trinity is not just the story of Intel's legendary past; it is also an analysis of the formidable challenges that lie ahead as the company struggles to maintain its dominance, its culture, and its legacy"--Jacket

The only contemporary history of the birth of Silicon Valley, from a reporter with a front-row seat. Over the past five decades, the tech industry has become a crucial part of the global economy, with Silicon Valley housing many key players amid sprawling office parks and high rents. However, its origins are much more humble. As tech companies' influence expands, this account chronicles their beginnings. Michael S. Malone, one of the first reporters on the tech beat at the San Jose Mercury-News, details the passionate efforts of young technologists and entrepreneurs striving to create groundbreaking innovations and achieve financial success. Starting with the founding of Hewlett-Packard in the 1930s, Malone illustrates how decades of technological advancements set the stage for the Valley's explosive growth in the 1970s. Through exclusive interviews, he provides incisive profiles of early tech luminaries like William Shockley and Steve Jobs, showcasing their struggles as they worked long hours in garages. The narrative also explores the darker aspects of the Valley, including espionage, drugs, harsh working conditions, and betrayals that influenced the industry's trajectory. This decades-long story highlights individual sacrifice, ingenuity, and the pursuit of wealth at the heart of today's dominant sector.

Scarred by their pasts, Jenna and Luke fall in love, brimming with hope for a rosy future. But someone has been watching, with chilling plans for revenge... An emotive, twisty, disturbing new psychological thriller by the critically acclaimed author of A Suitable Lie and In the Absence of Miracles.

Exploring the humor found in life's challenges, this book encourages readers to find laughter even in difficult situations. With a witty perspective, it delves into the absurdity of life's struggles, using comedy as a coping mechanism. The author presents a collection of jokes and anecdotes that transform the sour moments into opportunities for laughter, inviting readers to embrace a lighthearted approach to adversity.

This groundbreaking exploration delves into the concept of being a late bloomer in a society fixated on early success, such as perfect SAT scores and prestigious college admissions. The obsession with rapid achievement creates pressure, making many feel inadequate if they haven't achieved millionaire status by their twenties. However, there is a silver lining: most people do not excel immediately. The author shares his own journey, highlighting a mediocre academic performance at Stanford and a series of unremarkable jobs before discovering his true motivation, which led him to establish a high-tech magazine in Silicon Valley and eventually become the publisher of Forbes magazine. Scientific research supports the idea that many bloom later in life, as the brain's executive functions typically mature around age 25, with different capabilities peaking at various ages. This suggests that we experience multiple blooming periods throughout our lives. Drawing on years of research, personal anecdotes, and insights from neuroscientists and psychologists, the narrative reveals how and when individuals reach their full potential, challenging the notion that early mathematical talent guarantees career success.

Describes how to measure the indirect assets that represent the gap between the market valuation of a company and the value of its assets according to a balance sheet

A young woman starts experiencing terrifying premonitions of people dying, as it becomes clear that a family curse known only as The Murmurs has begun, and a long-forgotten crime is about to be unearthed...

When Ford Rexford, America's most celebrated playwright and notorious drunk, disappears to London with the only copy of Theo Ryan's play, Ryan sets off in pursuit--beginning an adventure which will catapult him from his dreary life in the wings to center stage in the world of international theater and literary controversy.

Michael Malone, bekannt als Drehbuchschreiber der erfolgreichen, amerikanischen Serie »One Life to Live«, hat zehn Romane geschrieben, eine Erzählsammlung und zwei Sachbücher. Er erhielt zahlreiche Auszeichnungen, unter anderem den »Edgar«, den »O.-Henry-Preis«, den »Writers Guild Award« und den »Emmy«. Er studierte in Harvard, unterrichtet Theaterwissenschaften an der Duke University und lebt mit seiner Frau in Hillsborough, North Carolina. Bei Kein & Aber erschien 2010 sein Roman »Die vier Ecken des Himmels« und 2011 »Ein Winternachtsmord«.