Includes bibliographical references and index.

Introduction to the law of copyright -- The subject matter of copyright : basic requirements -- The subject matter of copyright : specific categories of protectable works -- Publication and formalities -- Ownership and transfer of copyright interests -- The traditional exclusive rights of a copyright holder -- Newer and more specialized rights of a copyright holder -- Duration of copyright interests and termination of transfers -- Copyright infringement -- The fair use defense -- State remedies analogous to copyright and federal preemption -- Copyright in the international perspective.

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