
A concise reference that compiles every U.S. copyright renewal recorded in 1960, this volume serves as a practical tool for librarians, archivists, and anyone tracing the legal status of works from that year. The entries are organized by title and registration number, making it easy to locate a specific renewal or to browse trends across different genres and publishers.
The data is drawn directly from official records, offering a reliable snapshot of the public‑domain landscape as it stood half a century ago. Researchers can use the list to verify whether a particular book, film, or musical composition entered the public domain after its renewal period, while genealogists may find it useful for pinpointing the publication histories of family‑related materials.
Because the collection has been released into the public domain, it can be copied, shared, and incorporated into new projects without restriction. Its straightforward layout and clear headings make it a handy resource for both casual inquiry and scholarly investigation.
Language
en
Duration
~20 minutes (19K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2016-09-04
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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