The Methods of Publishing

Sprigge, Samuel Squire

ISBN 10: 1108009182 / ISBN 13: 9781108009188

Published by Cambridge University Press, 2010

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Synopsis:

Samuel Squire Sprigge (1860–1937) was a qualified physician who worked for The Lancet from 1892 and was editor from 1909 until his death. He published several books including a history of the journal and its founder, and a volume of essays, Physic and Fiction. The Methods of Publishing first appeared in 1890 and is Sprigge's passionate contribution to the late-nineteenth-century discussion on how the question of literary property is best resolved. Sprigge argues that this matter is often treated in a cavalier manner that disadvantages authors, particularly in the relationship between publisher and author. In his view, book prices are too low, copyright protection for authors is insufficient, the royalty system is in chaos, and authors do not obtain a fair share of profits. He proposes that literary property questions be treated with the same legal formality and protection as is found in other business dealings.

Book Description: This work, first published in 1890, is a contribution to the late-nineteenth-century discussion on the question of literary property. The author, who was editor of The Lancet for many years, proposes handling literary property matters with the same legal formality and protection as any other business transactions.

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Methods of Publishing
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Publication Date: 2010
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Good
Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket