Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using the Public Domain Literature Library (the 'Library'), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please do not use the Library. We reserve the right to update these terms at any time; continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised terms. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed of any updates.
Lawful Personal Use
The Library is intended for lawful, personal, non-commercial use. You may read, download, and share ebooks and companion materials for private study, education, or enjoyment. Any commercial redistribution, resale, or systematic downloading that burdens our infrastructure is prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to, using the Library's content for direct commercial gain, incorporating it into a product or service sold for profit, or engaging in bulk downloads that degrade service for other users. If you wish to use the Library's content for any commercial purpose, please contact us to discuss potential arrangements.
Prohibited Misuse
You agree not to:
- Use the Library for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable law.
- Attempt to interfere with the proper functioning of the Library, including introducing malware, overloading servers, or engaging in denial-of-service attacks.
- Access or attempt to access any non-public area of the Library without authorization, including our administrative systems or user databases.
- Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation with us.
- Use the Library to distribute unsolicited promotional content or spam.
Automated Extraction and Interference
Automated scraping, data mining, or any form of bulk extraction of content is not permitted without prior written consent. We employ technical measures to prevent abuse; circumventing these measures is a violation of these terms. If you have a legitimate research or academic need to access the Library programmatically, please contact us to discuss permission.
Bibliographic and Transcription Limitations
We strive to provide accurate bibliographic information and transcriptions, but errors may occur. Our editorial notes and transcriptions are based on available source editions and may not reflect the most authoritative texts. You are responsible for verifying any content before relying on it for scholarly or professional purposes. We recommend consulting original print editions or authoritative digital archives for critical research.
Copyright and Public-Domain Status
Most works in the Library are believed to be in the public domain in their country of origin and in many other countries. However, copyright laws vary by jurisdiction, and some works may still be protected in certain regions. It is your responsibility to determine the copyright status of any work before using it beyond personal study. We do not guarantee that every ebook is free of copyright restrictions worldwide. For example, a work that is public domain in the United States may still be under copyright in the European Union or elsewhere. If you are uncertain about the status of a particular work, we encourage you to consult legal advice or authoritative copyright resources.
User Responsibility
You are solely responsible for your use of the Library and any consequences thereof. You agree to comply with all local laws regarding copyright and intellectual property. This includes respecting the rights of any third parties whose works may be included in the Library, such as illustrations, introductions, or editorial notes that may still be under copyright.
Third-Party Links
The Library may contain links to third-party websites. These are provided for convenience only; we do not endorse or control the content of those sites and are not responsible for their practices. We encourage you to review the terms and privacy policies of any external sites you visit.
Technical Availability
We aim to keep the Library accessible, but we do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free service. Access may be suspended temporarily for maintenance, updates, or unforeseen issues. We are not liable for any loss arising from unavailability. In the event of planned downtime, we will make reasonable efforts to provide advance notice through our website or other channels.
Editorial Notes and Presentation
Our editorial content—including reading companions, context notes, and thematic guides—reflects the views of the catalogue project and is intended to enrich your experience. It does not constitute professional advice. We may revise or remove content at any time without notice. These editorial materials are provided as supplementary aids and should not be considered definitive scholarly analysis.
Rights-Holder Notices
If you believe any content on the Library infringes your copyright, please contact us at editor@anrug.com with sufficient information for us to evaluate your claim. We will respond promptly and take appropriate action. To help us process your notice efficiently, please include a description of the copyrighted work, the location of the allegedly infringing material, your contact information, and a statement that you believe in good faith that the use is not authorized.
Disclaimer of Warranties
The Library and its content are provided 'as is' and 'as available,' without any warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to accuracy, completeness, or fitness for a particular purpose. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all liability for any damages arising from your use of the Library. This disclaimer applies to all content, including ebooks, editorial notes, and any other materials.
Limitation of Liability
In no event shall the Public Domain Literature Library, its editor, or affiliates be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or data, whether in contract, tort, or otherwise, arising out of or related to your use of the Library. This limitation applies even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
Suspension of Abusive Access
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access to any user who violates these terms, engages in abusive behavior, or interferes with the Library's operation. Such suspension may occur without prior notice. We will consider the severity and frequency of the violation when determining appropriate action.
Service Changes
We may modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Library at any time, with or without notice. We are not liable to you or any third party for any changes. This includes the removal of specific works or features, as well as changes to the overall structure of the Library.
Severability
If any provision of these Terms of Use is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. The invalid provision shall be replaced with a valid one that most closely reflects our original intent.
For questions or concerns, please contact the catalogue project at editor@anrug.com.