The Illustrated Story of Copyright
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2000 by Edward Samuels
[iv] This book is designed to provide you with accurate and authoritative information about the history of copyright. However, Mr. Samuels is not engaged in the practice of law, and this publication is not a substitute for the advice of an attorney. If you require legal or other expert advice, you should seek the services of a competent attorney or other professional.
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Samuels, Edward B.
The illustrated story of copyright/Edward Samuels.
p. cm.
Includes bibliographical
references and index.
ISBN 0-312-26176-4 (hc)
ISBN 0-312-28901-4 (pbk)
1.
Copyright—United States—History I. Title
KF2994.S26 2000
346.7304'82-dc21
First St. Martin's Griffin Edition: March 2002
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