Peter Baldwin

Historian Peter Baldwin, a UCLA professor and author of The Copyright Wars, joins copyright scholar Pamela Samuelson to delve into 300 years of copyright conflicts. They explore the evolution of copyright laws, contrasting European and U.S. practices, and discuss the implications of Google Books and DMCA safe harbors. The conversation also touches on open access challenges in academia, the complexities of digital lending, and the evolving role of libraries in a digital landscape. A fascinating journey through the battles over intellectual property!