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By accessing or using the Public Domain Literature Library (the 'Library') at iopre.com, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please do not use the site. We may revise these terms from time to time; continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

Lawful Personal Use

The Library is offered for lawful personal, educational, and research purposes. You may read, download, and share ebooks and editorial content for non-commercial use, provided you respect copyright and other intellectual property rights. Commercial redistribution, republication, or sale of content without prior written permission is prohibited.

Prohibited Misuse

You must not use the Library for any unlawful purpose or in violation of applicable laws. Prohibited activities include, but are not limited to: attempting to disrupt or impair the site's operation, uploading malicious code, infringing others' rights, or harassing other users.

Automated Extraction and Interference

Automated scraping, data mining, or bulk extraction of content is not permitted without our express written consent. You may not use bots, crawlers, or similar tools to access the site in a manner that imposes an unreasonable load on our infrastructure or interferes with normal use.

Bibliographic and Transcription Limitations

Ebooks and editorial notes are provided as historical and literary resources. Bibliographic information and transcriptions may contain errors or omissions. We make no guarantee that any work is complete, accurate, or suitable for a particular purpose. Some texts are derived from older editions or public-domain sources and may reflect outdated language, cultural attitudes, or typographical conventions.

Copyright and Public-Domain Status

We strive to offer only works that are in the public domain in the United Kingdom and the United States. However, copyright laws vary by jurisdiction, and the status of a work may differ elsewhere. It is your responsibility to verify the legal status of any work before using it in a manner that may require permission. Some editorial content, introductions, and annotations may be subject to copyright and are provided for personal use only.

User Responsibility

You are solely responsible for your use of the Library and for ensuring that your activities comply with applicable laws. We are not liable for any loss or damage arising from your reliance on information contained in the site or from your use of any downloaded materials.

Third-Party Links

The Library may contain links to external websites for convenience or reference. We do not endorse or control these sites and are not responsible for their content, accuracy, or privacy practices. Access to linked sites is at your own risk.

Technical Availability

We aim to provide reliable access to the Library, but we do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free service. The site may be temporarily unavailable for maintenance, updates, or unforeseen circumstances. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the service without prior notice.

Editorial Notes and Presentation

Editorial content, including reading guides, background notes, and thematic introductions, reflects the views and research of the managing editor, The Editorial Team Iopre, and is offered as a scholarly resource. These materials are not definitive and should not be treated as professional advice. We may update or remove editorial content at any time.

Rights-Holder Notices

If you believe that any content on the Library infringes your copyright or other rights, please contact us at [email protected] with detailed information. We will respond promptly and take appropriate action, including removal of infringing material where warranted.

Disclaimer of Warranties

THE LIBRARY AND ALL CONTENT ARE PROVIDED 'AS IS' AND 'AS AVAILABLE' WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE DISCLAIM ALL LIABILITY FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SITE.

Limitation of Liability

In no event shall the Public Domain Literature Library, its editor, or affiliates be liable for any damages exceeding the amount you have paid (if any) for accessing the site, or for any indirect or consequential losses. This limitation applies even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

Suspension of Abusive Access

We reserve the right to restrict, suspend, or terminate access to the Library for any user who violates these terms or engages in abusive, disruptive, or unlawful behavior. Such actions may be taken without prior notice and at our sole discretion.

Service Changes

We may change, update, or remove features of the Library at any time. We are not obligated to maintain any specific content or functionality. These terms may be revised; the most current version will be posted on this page.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms of Use is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable.

Questions about these terms? Contact the managing editor at [email protected].