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Výklad nakladatelského práva
Interpretation of copyright

Author(s): Ivo Telec
Subject(s): Law, Constitution, Jurisprudence, History of Law, Civil Law, Commercial Law, Administrative Law
Published by: Masarykova univerzita nakladatelství
Keywords: publishing law; author; publisher; contract; distribution; exclusivity; Czechia;

Summary/Abstract: The document provides an interpretation of Czech publishing law, primarily based on Act No. 35/1965 Coll., concerning literary, scientific, and artistic works. It outlines the contractual relationship between an author and a publisher, where the author grants permission to publish a work, and the publisher commits to publishing and distributing it while paying the author a fee. The text emphasizes the exclusivity of the publishing contract, detailing conditions under which an author can seek another publisher. It also discusses the various forms of works that can be published, including literary, musical, dramatic, artistic, and photographic works. The document references numerous related laws and regulations, highlighting the legal framework governing publishing agreements. Additionally, it touches on the responsibilities and rights of both authors and publishers, including the handling of reprints and translations. The text also mentions historical and international perspectives on publishing contracts, providing a comprehensive overview of the subject.

  • Issue Year: 4/1996
  • Issue No: 3
  • Page Range: 475-498
  • Page Count: 24
  • Language: Czech
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