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by Library of Congress. Copyright Office
A practical reference that captures a snapshot of mid‑century publishing, this volume compiles the U.S. copyright renewal records from July through December 1976. Organized by registration number, each entry lists the original title, author or creator, and key bibliographic details such as publication date, publisher, and classification codes. The layout lets listeners quickly verify renewal status for a wide range of works—including religious texts, scientific fiction, domestic guides, and magazine excerpts—making it a handy tool for scholars, librarians, and anyone tracing the legal history of a title.
Beyond the raw data, brief annotations hint at the content of many listed items, from exhibition catalogues of original paintings to early science‑fiction collections and popular short stories. The compilation reflects the diversity of mid‑twentieth‑century American print culture, offering a window into the kinds of books and pamphlets that were deemed worth preserving. Listeners will find it especially useful when cross‑checking copyright dates or exploring the publishing landscape of the 1940s and 1950s.
Language
en
Duration
~11 hours (659K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2004-03-01
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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