
A tidy compilation of United States copyright renewal records for the year 1959, this volume presents the official listings in a straightforward, chronological format. Split into two six‑month sections, each entry includes the work’s title, author, registration number and renewal date, offering a clear snapshot of what entered the public‑domain pipeline at the close of the 1950s.
The collection is a handy resource for anyone tracing the publishing history of a title, researching family genealogy, or working in library and archival settings. By hearing the catalog read aloud, listeners can quickly locate a specific renewal and get a sense of the cultural output that was still under protection during that era.
A brief note points users toward the companion files that hold the full data set for the year, making it easy to continue the search online. The clean, measured narration makes the legal details accessible without overwhelming the ear.
Language
en
Duration
~20 minutes (19K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2004-09-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

Part of the Library of Congress, this office sits at the center of how copyright works in the United States. It manages registrations and public records while also helping shape policy and guidance for creators and users.
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