Thursday, March 18, 2010

The Internet Literary Society

Apparently, there's a thing called Google Books, and they're hosting all kinds of stuff for you to enjoy. Like, say, every issue of SPIN magazine since 1985. Here's who the whole thing works:

Three years ago, the Authors Guild, the Association of American Publishers and a handful of authors and publishers filed a class action lawsuit against Google Books. Today we're delighted to announce that we've settled that lawsuit and will be working closely with these industry partners to bring even more of the world's books online. Together we'll accomplish far more than any of us could have individually, to the enduring benefit of authors, publishers, researchers and readers alike. It will take some time for this agreement to be approved and finalized by the Court. For now, here's a peek at the changes we hope you'll soon see.,,

Book Search today

How Book Search will change

Three types of books

The Book Rights Registry

Libraries and universities

Looking forward

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