Piracy: The Intellectual Property Wars from Gutenberg to Gates

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Book Synopsis: Since the rise of Napster and other file-sharing services in its wake, most of us have assumed that intellectual piracy is a product of the digital age and that it threatens creative expression as never before. The Motion Picture Association of America, for instance, claimed that in 2005 the film industry lost $2.3 billion in revenue to piracy online. But here Adrian Johns shows that piracy has a much longer and more vital history than we have realized—one that has been largely forgotten and is little understood. Piracy explores the intellectual property wars from the advent of print culture in the fifteenth century to the reign of the Internet in the twenty-first. Brimming with broader implications for today’s debates over open access, fair use, free culture, and the like, Johns’s book ultimately argues that piracy has always stood at the center of our attempts to reconcile creativity and commerce—and that piracy has been an engine of social, technological, and intellectual innovations as often as it has been their adversary. From Cervantes to Sonny Bono, from Maria Callas to Microsoft, from Grub Street to Google, no chapter in the story of piracy evades Johns’s graceful analysis in what will be the definitive history of the subject for years to come. Please note: The digital edition does not include 2 of the 40 images that appear in the physical edition.

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In a world where intellectual property is constantly under threat from piracy, Adrian Johns' book, "Piracy: The Intellectual Property Wars from Gutenberg to Gates," sheds light on the long and complex history of creative theft. From the dawn of the printing press to the digital age, piracy has been a persistent force challenging the balance between creativity and commerce. Dive into this captivating narrative that explores how piracy has fueled social, technological, and intellectual innovations throughout history.

Discover a thought-provoking journey through centuries of intellectual property wars, as Johns skillfully navigates the impact of piracy on creative expression. With engaging insights and meticulous research, this book challenges our assumptions about piracy while highlighting its role in shaping our cultural landscape. Gain a deeper understanding of the ongoing debates on open access, fair use, and free culture through the lens of piracy’s enduring influence.

Join the conversation on the evolution of piracy from its humble origins to its modern-day manifestations. From legendary figures like Cervantes and Maria Callas to contemporary giants such as Microsoft and Google, "Piracy" offers a comprehensive analysis that will captivate history buffs, entrepreneurs, and creative minds alike. Whether you're a scholar or simply curious about the tangled web of intellectual property rights, this book is a must-read for anyone seeking to unravel the intricate relationship between piracy and innovation.

Ready to embark on a journey that will forever change your perspective on piracy and its impact on creativity? Unlock the secrets of intellectual property wars with "Piracy: The Intellectual Property Wars from Gutenberg to Gates" and delve into a world where history, technology, and innovation converge.

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