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Re:Tell HN: It's easier and faster to pirate an e-book, than... by berniedurfee on Friday December 30, 2022 @08:46PM (#34192532)
I’ve always wondered about this. In need to do some Googling, unless someone knows the answer.

Are libraries entitled to loan any book on the market? Do they need permission? Do they ever provide compensation?

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Re:Tell HN: It's easier and faster to pirate an e-book, than... by josephcsible on Saturday December 31, 2022 @01:50PM (#34199431)
> Are libraries entitled to loan any book on the market? Do they need permission? Do they ever provide compensation?

My understanding is the answers are yes, no, and nothing besides the normal purchase price of the book.

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