Browse Literature
  • Terms of Use

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the Public Domain Literature Library at auacy.com, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please do not use the catalogue. These terms form a binding agreement between you and the library, so please read them carefully. Your continued use of the site after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

Use of the Catalogue

The catalogue is provided for lawful, personal, and non-commercial enjoyment. You may browse, read, and download ebooks for your own use. This includes printing copies for personal reference, storing files on personal devices, and sharing links to specific catalogue pages with others, provided such sharing does not involve systematic redistribution. Any other use, including but not limited to commercial redistribution, systematic scraping, automated extraction of content, or incorporating catalogue materials into paid products or services, requires prior written permission. If you wish to use catalogue content for educational, scholarly, or non-profit purposes beyond personal reading, we encourage you to contact us to discuss appropriate arrangements.

Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to:

  • Use the catalogue for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable laws.
  • Interfere with the operation of the site, including by introducing malware, overloading servers, or attempting to bypass security measures.
  • Reproduce, sell, or exploit any part of the catalogue for commercial gain without authorization.
  • Engage in automated data collection (e.g., scraping, crawling) unless expressly permitted. This includes the use of bots, spiders, or similar tools to extract metadata, full texts, or other content.
  • Misrepresent your identity or affiliation when contacting the library.

Content and Copyright Status

The ebooks in this catalogue are presented as historical and literary texts. Many are drawn from sources believed to be in the public domain in their country of origin. However, copyright laws vary by jurisdiction, and the public-domain status of a work may differ depending on where you are located. It is your responsibility to verify the legal status of any work before using it beyond personal reading. For example, a work that is public domain in the United States may still be protected by copyright in other countries, and vice versa.

Some works may contain editorial notes, introductions, or transcriptions that are subject to copyright. Where such material is included, it is identified and may be used only in accordance with applicable law. The library makes reasonable efforts to indicate the source and copyright status of each work, but these indications are not legal advice. If you are uncertain about the copyright status of a particular work, we recommend consulting a legal professional or the relevant copyright office.

User Responsibility

You are solely responsible for your use of the catalogue and any content you access. The library does not guarantee that any ebook is free from errors, omissions, or inaccuracies. Bibliographic information and editorial commentary are provided as guides and may not be definitive. Readers should exercise independent judgment when relying on catalogue content for research, citation, or other purposes. The library is not liable for any consequences arising from the use of incomplete or inaccurate information.

Third-Party Links

The catalogue may contain links to external websites or resources. These are provided for convenience only, and we have no control over their content or availability. We are not responsible for any loss or damage arising from your use of such links. Inclusion of a link does not imply endorsement of the linked site or its content. You should review the terms and privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

Availability and Changes

We strive to keep the catalogue accessible, but we do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free service. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the catalogue at any time without notice. This includes the removal of specific ebooks, categories, or features. We may also update these Terms of Use; continued use after changes constitutes acceptance. We encourage you to review these terms periodically to stay informed of any updates.

Disclaimer of Warranties

The catalogue and all content are provided 'as is' and 'as available,' without any warranties of any kind, whether express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. No warranty is given that the catalogue will meet your requirements or be secure, timely, or error-free. The library disclaims all liability for any errors or omissions in the content, including but not limited to transcriptions, metadata, and editorial notes.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Public Domain Literature Library and its editors shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of the catalogue, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. In no event shall our total liability exceed one hundred dollars ($100). Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain damages, so these limitations may not apply to you.

Suspension and Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access to any user who violates these Terms or engages in abusive or disruptive behavior. Such actions may be taken without prior notice. Upon termination, your right to use the catalogue ceases immediately, and you must destroy any downloaded materials obtained in violation of these terms. The provisions regarding disclaimers, limitation of liability, and governing law shall survive termination.

Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of New Zealand, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New Zealand.

Severability

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

Contact

If you have questions about these Terms or wish to report a concern, please contact the editor at editor@auacy.com. We aim to respond to inquiries within a reasonable timeframe, but we do not guarantee a specific response time.

AUACY Public Domain Literature Library is an independent catalogue of source-attributed public-domain editions focused on Literature. Each record connects readers with edition facts, historical context and the original source record.

About AUACY

This digital library features 90 poetry books, ranging from Middle English works by Chaucer to 19th-century classics by Wordsworth and Elizabeth Barrett Browning, and 20th-century selections by Yeats and Robert Bridges. The collection includes humorous poetry, Christmas verse, and poetry from the World War I era, alongside edited volumes by scholars like William Angus Knight and Walter W. Skeat.

Catalog subjects cover English poetry across centuries, American poetry, Irish authors, and specific themes such as the 1914-1918 war. Representative titles include The Gold Horns, The Battle of the Bays, and Many Gods. Broader fiction categories—Adventure, Fantasy, Science Fiction, Historical, and Social Fiction—complement the poetry focus.

Library Pages

Browse Themes

Catalogue organization and original editorial material © 2026 AUACY Public Domain Literature Library. Source texts retain their respective rights status.