Copycats: How big a problem is plagiarism?

The article focuses on the author's reflections on plagiarism, its prevalence in writing and academia, and the challenges of recognizing and preventing it. Topics include famous writers accused of plagiarism, the difficulty of detecting academic dishonesty, and the ethical concerns surrounding origi...

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Publicado en:Commentary Vol. 162; no. 1; pp. 50 - 55
Autor principal: Epstein, Joseph
Formato: Artículo
Publicado: Commentary, Inc. Jul/Aug2026
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