Tina wrote in news:897d3265-8e73-4b92-90eb-
:

The prior writer, Mx, noted


It's protected by copyright, too, which you might try to keep in mind.


One may quote copywritten work (been there, and do that
professionally) so long as it complies with Sections 107-118 of the
code. There are some general statements in what I've copied a couple
of paragraphs below that will suggest when one is getting close to a
limit.

Shul's signed limited edition book sells for something over $400,
there are less expensive versions available. It's unlikely Mx owns any
version, since we know from other of his writings he has very little
income.



re copyright:



One of the rights accorded to the owner of copyright is the right to
reproduce or to authorize others to reproduce the work in copies or
phonorecords. This right is subject to certain limitations found in
sections 107 through 118 of the Copyright Act (title 17, U. S. Code).
One of the more important limitations is the doctrine of "fair use."
Although fair use was not mentioned in the previous copyright law, the
doctrine has developed through a substantial number of court decisions
over the years. This doctrine has been codified in section 107 of the
copyright law.

Section 107 contains a list of the various purposes for which the
reproduction of a particular work may be considered "fair," such as
criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and
research. Section 107 also sets out four factors to be considered in
determining whether or not a particular use is fair:

the purpose and character of the use, including whether such use is of
commercial nature or is for nonprofit educational purposes;

the nature of the copyrighted work;

amount and substantiality of the portion used in relation to the
copyrighted work as a whole; and

the effect of the use upon the potential market for or value of the
copyrighted work.
The distinction between "fair use" and infringement may be unclear and
not easily defined. There is no specific number of words, lines, or
notes that may safely be taken without permission. Acknowledging the
source of the copyrighted material does not substitute for obtaining
permission.




Wow, $400! I bought the third edition from Brian at the 1998 Stockton
airshow for $40. Even got his autograph!

--
Marty Shapiro
Silicon Rallye Inc.

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