The Fire of Invention, The Fuel of Interest: On Intellectual Property (Pfizer Lecture Series)

This work looks at the theological and philosophical arguments behind the law of patents and copyrights. New problems, such as patents for body parts in biogenetics are also discussed.. Preface -- The Grand Historical Adventure -- From Lincoln To John Paul Ii -- Some Clarifications -- Five Disputed Questions -- But Isn't Genetics Different? -- Does A Patent Regime Protect Private Interest Or Public Good? -- Conclusion -- Notes. Michael Novak. The Second Of Three Pfizer Lectures--cover. Includes Bibliographical References (p. 31-42). This book discusses the moral and practical foundations of the corporation and corporate governance.