library legislation

From the time of Plato, through the introduction of the printing press, Victorian morality, and the burning of the books in Nazi Germany, to the Family Friendly Libraries movement, faith, politics, and fear seem to have permeated the right to free expression.

Provides legal guidance for librarians, answering more than six hundred questions on such topics as free speech, privacy, fair use, filters, Web publishing, ADA compliance, and employment and liability issues.

Explains the intent of copyright law, how it developed, and where it is headed; provides guidance for making copyright decisions; and discusses the electronic classroom and international copyright agreements.