The Law of Musical and Dramatic Copyright (Classic Reprint)

Edward Cutler, Thomas Eustace Smith

ISBN 10: 1331389569 / ISBN 13: 9781331389569

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This invaluable guide to dramatic and musical copyright provides a comprehensive look at legal issues surrounding these topics. The author offers a detailed examination of relevant legislation, from the initial Copyright Act of 1709 through the Copyright Amendment Act of 1842. Thorough analysis of case law helps clarify the nature and extent of copyright protection for dramatic and musical compositions. Topics covered include the rights of authors and composers, the transfer of copyright, the duration of protection, and the remedies available for infringement. A discussion of international copyright conventions and their impact on the protection of works across borders rounds out this in-depth exploration of copyright law. By situating the discussion in its historical and legal contexts, the author provides a rich understanding of the development and significance of copyright protection for creative works. 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.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Law of Musical and Dramatic Copyright (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1331389569
• ISBN 13: 9781331389569
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Law

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Synopsis

A practical guide to the rights, remedies, and protection of musical and dramatic works for composers and playwrights.

This concise reference explains how copyright works for music and stage pieces, from the basics of ownership to how laws protect performances and publications. It covers historical context, key statutes, and how international agreements affect your rights, including questions about registration, duration, and enforcement across different countries and colonies. The book aims to clarify complex rules so creators can defend their work with confidence.

• What constitutes ownership and how to secure it for musical and dramatic works
• How registration, copies, and formalities affect your protection
• How different jurisdictions treat rights, duration, and enforcement
• Practical scenarios for authors, publishers, and performers

Ideal for readers of legal reference guides, this edition helps composers, playwrights, and litigants understand the practical implications of copyright law for their craft.