[HPFGU-OTChatter] HP Lexicon vs. Encyclopedia of Arda

[Lee Kaiwen]

Hi, Katherine. Thanks for the reply.

Katherine:

> The problem with the Tolkien estate is that the books were not
> popular until many years after they were published...

> In copyright court that set a precedent. If you don't defend your
> copyright vigorously, your ownership can become diluted

I thought it was trademark, not copyright, that could become diluted. 
Copyright remains inviolable throughout its lifetime. Am I wrong?

I do know in 1965 ACE Books published an unauthorized paperback edition 
of the Lord of the Rings, but that *was* challenged, and ACE Books 
ceased publication. Can you provide an example of Tolkien not defending 
his copyright?  Thanks.

CJ