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Bently, Lionel; Suthersanen, Uma; Torremans, Paul --- "Global Copyright" (Edward Elgar Publishing, 2010) [2010] ELECD 490

Editor(s): Bently, Lionel; Suthersanen, Uma; Torremans, Paul

Title: Global Copyright

Sub-title: Three Hundred Years Since the Statute of Anne, from 1709 to Cyberspace

Topics: Intellectual Property Law

Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing

Date of Publication: 30 September 2010

Number of pages: 544

ISBN (hard cover): 9781848447660

EISBN: 9781849806428

Abstract/Description:

This innovative book celebrates the tri-centenary of modern copyright, which began with the enactment of the Statute of Anne by the British Parliament in 1709, and was soon followed by other copyright legislation abroad. The Statute of Anne is traditionally claimed to be the world’s first copyright statute, and is thus viewed as the origin of a system of national laws that today exists in virtually all countries of the world. However, this book illustrates that while there is some truth in this claim, it is also important to treat it with caution.

Written by leading experts from across the globe, this comprehensive (historical) analysis breaks new ground on modern copyright issues such as digital libraries, illegal downloading and distribution, international exhaustion and ‘new formalities’. The expert contributors consider what lessons can be learnt from the achievements made during the last 300 years, and whether they can be used to overcome the new challenges facing copyright.

This in-depth scientific analysis of the legacy of the Statute of Anne 300 years on from its origins will provide copyright practitioners, academics, policy makers and postgraduate students with a unique and fascinating read.