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It is not illegal if Marvel has released them for online publishing. Many books can now be read online.
In fact, if it's been published online anywhere, chances are someone along the line got permission.
Finally, it is only illegal if it is being sold for profit or if it hurts Marvel's proceeds from its copyright (note: it is a "right" not a "write"). Because Marvel no longer publishes these out-of-print comics, it will not hurt Marvel's profits -- and the profits of comic book dealers don't factor into equating damage done to MARVEL'S copyright.
So, if it is published online, and you don't have to pay for it, it is [ed]likely [/ed]legal.
I appreciate a site that (unlike others) shows concern for online abuse of intellectual property -- but don't hamstring yourself thinking these rights extend further than they do.
[Edited for Lawyer's CYA language]
[ 05-06-2003, 01:28 PM: Message edited by: Timber Loftis ]
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