What was the licensing system ?

Early 17th Century 15/04/2021

A. All royalties from the sale of books went to the crown (hence the name).
B. Poets were required to have a university diploma (the original poetic license).
C. All books had to be dedicated to a noble or royal patron.
D. All books had to be submitted for official approval before publication.

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