Public observations

Other places to look for reading

Different collections serve different needs. These references offer their own catalogues, access terms and reading options; a listing here does not create an affiliation.

Not monitored

Project Gutenberg

A collection focused on older works whose United States copyright has expired. Check the collection’s terms and any rules relevant where you are.

www.gutenberg.orgOpen link
Not monitored

Open Library

A catalogue for finding bibliographic records and exploring the reading options described by the service.

openlibrary.orgOpen link
Not monitored

Directory of Open Access Books

A discovery service for peer-reviewed open-access books. Individual records identify publishers and access information.

www.doabooks.orgOpen link

Explore public libraries, open-access collections and publisher resources. Check each provider’s access terms and local availability.