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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book presents a thorough examination of the concept of literary property from its inception. Beginning with an examination of the practice of selling literary copies during the pre-printing period, the author explores the legal framework that developed around literary property following the invention of the printing press. The author argues that the concept of an exclusive perpetual property right for authors did not exist at common law, but was instead a privilege granted by the state in order to encourage the development of the printing industry. The book traces the evolution of this privilege through the Statute of Anne and subsequent legislation, highlighting the tension between the interests of authors and the public's right to access knowledge. The author concludes by emphasizing the importance of considering the broader societal implications of granting exclusive property rights to authors, particularly in the context of education and the dissemination of ideas. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331334996_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331334996
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