Brand name bullies : the quest to own and control culture /
By: Bollier, David
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BookPublisher: Hoboken, NJ : Wiley, c2005.Description: x, 309 p. : ill ; 25 cm.ISBN: 0471679275 (pbk.)Subject(s): Intellectual property -- United States | Popular culture -- United States | Intellectual property -- United States | Popular culture -- United StatesDDC classification: 346.7304/8 Online resources: Location Map
Summary:
Reveals how creativity, innovation, and free expression in American culture are constantly being assaulted by a new breed of corporate bullies, presenting examples of how copyright and trademark owners are using political influence, high-powered attorneys, and intimidation to expand their control over society.
| Item type | Home library | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| REGULAR | University of Wollongong in Dubai Main Collection | 346.73048 BO BR (Browse shelf) | Available | T0024989 |
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 289-290) and index.
Art and culture: use only as directed -- Trademarking public life -- The copyright wars against an open society -- Absurd new frontiers of control.
Reveals how creativity, innovation, and free expression in American culture are constantly being assaulted by a new breed of corporate bullies, presenting examples of how copyright and trademark owners are using political influence, high-powered attorneys, and intimidation to expand their control over society.
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