The Public Domain: How to Find & Use Copyright-Free Writings, Music, Art & More
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It's the definitive guide to the public domain, the creative works that aren't protected by copyright and can be freely copied and used without permission--or permission fees. Featuring chapters on writings, music, art, photography, video, software and much more,
"The term Public Domain refers to materials that are not protected by intellectual property laws such as copyright, trademark, or patent laws. The public owns these works, not an individual author or artist. Anyone can use a public domain work without obtaining permission, but no one can ever own it" (Stim, 2000). Most works of the federal government are automatically in the public domain.
Stim, R. (2000). Getting permission: How to license & clear copyrighted materials online & off. Berkeley, CA: Nolo Press.
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