Yes, both Sam Spade and Sherlock Holmes are in the public domain. The character Sam Spade was created by Dashiell Hammett in 1929, and Sherlock Holmes was created by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle in the late 19th century. This means they can be freely used by anyone without permission.

"Stormbreaker," written by Anthony Horowitz, was first published in 2000.

No. There was no copyright law comparable to ours in Shakespeare's day.

However, the introduction, preface, notes and so on which are probably printed with your copy of the play likely are copyright, since they are modern.

Yes, the works of H. P. Lovecraft are in the public domain in the United States as he passed away in 1937, more than 70 years ago. This means that his characters and stories can be freely used by anyone without needing permission or facing copyright issues.

"To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee was copyrighted in 1960.

Beowulf is a public domain work, meaning it is not copyrighted as its copyright has expired. It was written anonymously between the 8th and 11th centuries.

Yes, "The New Colossus" by Emma Lazarus is in the public domain. It was published in 1883 and has since passed into the public domain, meaning it is free for anyone to use, quote, or reproduce without needing permission.

A poem is considered a form of literary work and is protected under copyright law as a creative expression of ideas and emotions. The specific arrangement of words and unique structure of the poem are what is protected, rather than the ideas or themes themselves.

In the United States, a poem is automatically copyrighted once it is fixed in a tangible form, such as being written down. You do not need to include the copyright symbol or "All Rights Reserved" to establish copyright. However, including this information can help deter potential infringement and strengthen your legal position if a copyright dispute arises.

The book "Lord of the Flies" by William Golding was copyrighted in 1954.

The poem "The Highwayman" was written by Alfred Noyes and was first published in 1906. Since copyright laws differ based on region and time, it is best to consult the specific copyright laws in your country to determine the current copyright status of the poem.

The copyright holder of Octavio Paz's poems would be his estate or designated literary executor, typically a family member or organization tasked with managing his literary works and licensing their use.

It is illegal to download free copies of Animorphs books online without the author's permission. However, you may be able to borrow copies from your local library or purchase them from bookstores or online retailers.

No, "The Owl and The Pussycat" written by Edward Lear is in the public domain as it was published before 1923 and its copyright has expired.

The poem "Star Light, Star Bright" is in the public domain, as it was first published in the late 19th century. This means that anyone is free to use it without needing permission or worrying about copyright infringement.

In the United States, it costs $35 to register a single poem with the U.S. Copyright Office. This fee allows you to protect your poem and claim ownership of the work.

To copyright your literary work in India, you can register it with the Copyright Office or mail a copy to yourself and keep it unopened as proof of creation date. To get published, you can approach publishers directly with your manuscript or consider self-publishing through platforms like Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing or Notion Press.

You can find an English translation of Su Dong-po's poem "Chibi Fu" in various poetry anthologies, online poetry databases, or through academic publications on Chinese poetry. Translations may vary in style and accuracy, so it's recommended to consult multiple sources for a comprehensive understanding of the poem.

The story of Hansel and Gretel itself is so old that it has always been in the public domain.

But a collection of stories containing Hansel and Gretel or a specific edited version of Hansel and Gretel may have been copyrighted by its editor or publisher.

Yes, Where's Wally (known as Where's Waldo in the United States) is copyrighted worldwide as intellectual property of Martin Handford. The character and book series are protected by copyright laws to prevent unauthorized use and distribution.

"The Ugly Duckling" is a fairy tale written by Hans Christian Andersen and was first published in 1843. As a work that was published before 1924, it is in the public domain, meaning that the copyright has expired and it is free for public use.

In the United States, the copyright protection for a magazine title typically lasts as long as the magazine is actively being published. Once a magazine ceases publication, the copyright protection for its title may no longer apply.

The stories are in the public domain, but various translations, adaptations, and performances can still be protected. For example, the 1963 book adapted by Oscar Weigel and illustrated by Roberta Carter, was renewed in 1991, and is controlled by Price Stern Sloan.

The copyright date for the book "The Witch of Blackbird Pond" by Elizabeth George Speare is 1958.

Photoplay magazine may still be under copyright protection, as the magazine likely contains original photographs, articles, and other content that are protected by copyright law. It is best to check the copyright status of specific issues of Photoplay magazine to determine if they are still protected.