Copyright LawTracking the Copyright Act of 1976 as amended through the close of the 20th Century, this casebook facilitates teaching of copyright law at the dawn of the Third Millennium. It examines traditional doctrines & the evolution of such doctrines in response to new & emerging technologies & theories. Concepts of digitization & globalization are integrated throughout the book, rather than covered in separate chapters, reflecting their impact on all areas of copyright law. Teacher's Manual Annual cumulative supplement |
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