Yes, it can. If a sufficient amount of time has passed since the person's death and the story meets certain legal criteria, it could enter the public domain.
In some cases, it is possible. This usually depends on factors like how long ago the person died and whether there are any ongoing copyright claims. If enough time has elapsed and no legal barriers exist, the life story might become public domain.
It's possible for someone's life story to be in the public domain. However, it's not automatic. Laws and regulations governing copyright and public domain vary by jurisdiction and specific circumstances need to be evaluated.
Yes, 'A Christmas Story' is in the public domain, meaning it can be freely used and shared without copyright restrictions.
Yes, the story of King Arthur is in the public domain. It has been around for a long time and is freely available for creative reinterpretation.
One way to tell is by checking the copyright date. If it's been a long time since the work was created and the copyright hasn't been renewed, it might be in the public domain.
It depends on various factors like the date of publication and the author's copyright status. You might need to check with relevant copyright databases or consult a legal expert to get a definite answer.
Yes, I can. Take 'The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'. It's about a girl Dorothy who gets swept away by a tornado to the magical land of Oz. She meets the Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Cowardly Lion on her journey to the Emerald City to ask the Wizard for help to get back to Kansas. There are witches, flying monkeys, and many other elements in the plot.
No, you can't simply copy the plot. Even if it's in the public domain, it's not ethical or creative to just replicate the entire plot without adding your own unique elements.
Not necessarily. Just because a story is published without an author's name doesn't automatically make it public domain. There are other factors to consider, such as the date of publication and the applicable laws.
In most cases, no. A story without an author's name still might be protected by copyright. To determine if it's in the public domain, you need to look at various legal aspects and possibly do some research on its history and origin.
Yes, most of Jane Austen's novels are in the public domain. They have been for quite some time, allowing for various adaptations and reprints.
I'm not aware of any such 'Mary Erotic Story' in the public domain. Such content often violates ethical and moral standards, and it's not something that should be promoted or sought after.