c1981 Good introduction to the details and steps involved in getting a patent. Covers laws governing patents. Extensive FAQ section. Includes copies of forms. This book was written before the internet. Many proceedures may be done over the web, but the basic patent process probably hasn't changed much in 100 years.
If you're an inventor contemplating getting a patent there's a good chapter devoted to helping you make that decision.
If you're an inventor contemplating getting a patent there's a good chapter devoted to helping you make that decision.