International Copyright: Principles, Law, and Practice

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International Copyright: Principles, Law, and Practice surveys and analyzes the legal doctrines affecting copyright practice around the world, in both transactional and litigation settings. It provides a step-by-step methodology for advising clients involved in exploiting creative works in or from foreign countries. Written by two of the most esteemed experts of copyright law in the United States and Europe, this volume is a unique synthesis of copyright law and practice, taking into account the Berne Convention, the TRIPs Agreement, the ongoing harmonization of copyright in the European Union, and the impact of the Internet. National copyright rules on protectible subject matter, ownership, term, and rights are covered in detail and compared from country to country, as are topics on moral rights and neighboring rights. Separate sections cover such important topics as territoriality, national treatment and choice of law, as well as the treaty and trade arrangements that underlie substantive copyright norms. Cover International Copyright Copyright Contents Preface to the First Edition Preface to the Second Edition Preface to the Fourth Edition Table of Abbreviations Journals 1. Introduction 2. The Legal Traditions 3. The Norms of International Copyright 4. Territoriality, National Treatment, Jurisdiction, and Conflict of Laws 5. Scope and Points of Attachment of International Protection 6. Subject Matter of Copyright and Neighboring Rights 7. Authorship and Ownership 8. Term of Protection 9. Economic Rights 10. Moral Rights 11. Exceptions, Exemptions, Statutory Licenses, and Other Limitations on Exclusive Rights 12. Enforcement Bibliography Index