How Long to Read Intellectual Properties and the Protection of Fictional Characters

How Long Does it Take to Read Intellectual Properties and the Protection of Fictional Characters?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 49 minutes to read Intellectual Properties and the Protection of Fictional Characters by Dorothy J. Howell

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

In this pioneering volume, Howell addresses the extent to which fictional characters are legally recognized and protected as intellectual property. Through a judicious selection of cases chosen for their bearing on the popular arts, the author reviews the basic legal principles involved--copyright, trademark, unfair competition, and contract law--and analyzes their applications to fictional characters. In addition to tracing the evolution of the law relating to the protection of fictional characters, Howell explores the feasibility of isolating characters and protecting them via stringent copyright and/or trademark laws, addresses character merchandising and the associated legal issues, and suggests legal reforms aimed at protecting the creator. Detailed case information serves both to illustrate the legal principles and actions discussed and to stand as a model for the proprietors of future characters. Divided into two major sections, the volume begins by offering a comprehensive introduction to intellectual property law. Specific topics addressed include basic concepts of property, statutory protection of intellectual property, elements of an infringement action, defenses to copyright infringement, unfair competition, and the application of trademark principles to literary properties. In the second section, Howell analyzes the extent to which the fictional character is legally regarded as intellectual property. She reviews situations in which copyright and trademark law have been invoked to protect the creator of a fictional character, examines cases involving such well-known characters as the Lone Ranger, Superman, and the crew of the Starship Enterprise, and presents an extended analysis of the case of Tarzan. Finally, Howell considers whether right of publicity and merchandising offer additional protection for fictional characters. In the concluding chapter, she offers an analysis of copyright decisions and a proposal for their reconciliation. Both practicing attorneys and students of entertainment law will find Howell's work an important contribution to the professional literature.

How long is Intellectual Properties and the Protection of Fictional Characters?

Intellectual Properties and the Protection of Fictional Characters by Dorothy J. Howell is 225 pages long, and a total of 57,375 words.

This makes it 76% the length of the average book. It also has 70% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Intellectual Properties and the Protection of Fictional Characters Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 13 minutes to read Intellectual Properties and the Protection of Fictional Characters aloud.

What Reading Level is Intellectual Properties and the Protection of Fictional Characters?

Intellectual Properties and the Protection of Fictional Characters is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

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