World Book and Copyright Day is celebrated on April 23 and was decreed by UNESCO with the aim of promoting reading, in addition to publicizing the right of intellectual property for the author of his own work. literary.
Origin of World Book Day
World Book Day originated on November 15, 1995 as a way to pay tribute to great universal writers such as Miguel de Cervantes, Garcilaso de la Vega, Williams Shakespeare, Vlamidir Nabkov, Josep Pla, Manuel Mejías Vallejo. , among others.
It was through UNESCO that it was decreed on April 23, since on that date the birth or death of these illustrious characters of literature is celebrated.
This was achieved thanks to the collaboration of the International Union of Publishers and whose purpose was not only to promote culture and letters in the world, but also to find a way to protect copyright ownership.
As of this date, it seeks to pay a universal tribute to books and authors, as well as encourage and discover the pleasure of reading, value all the cultural contribution and the legacy of the great writers both past and present.
What are copyrights?
Copyrights refer to a set of legal principles and norms that establish the moral, patrimonial and universal rights that all authors and writers of literary, scientific, musical, artistic or didactic works have.
In this category are also the creators of computer programs, advertisers and publicists, film producers, etc. It is considered one of the fundamental human rights in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
How to celebrate World Book Day?
To celebrate World Book and Copyright Day, this April 23, a series of activities will be held in the different countries of the globe that will attract the attention of people dedicated to the world of arts and letters, as well as reading fans.
If you want to be part of this important event, we invite you to promote, individually or collectively, the culture and habit of reading.
You can also give a book to a loved one or simply use the different social networks to share your opinion or experience on this interesting topic through the hashtag #WorldBookDay.