ManyBooks
A free ebook library with thousands of titles to read on any device.
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Open Library
An open, editable library catalogue with a page for every book, and free lending.
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What is Open Library?
Open Library is an Internet Archive project aiming for one web page for every book ever published. You can search millions of titles, track your reading and borrow many digitised books for free with a free account.
Pros
- Millions of books searchable in one place
- Free borrowing of digitised titles
- Reading lists and tracking
Cons
- Borrowed books use limited loan periods
- Availability varies by title
Who should use Open Library
Readers and students who want to find and borrow books online for free.
Who may not need it
People who want to keep permanent copies of every title.
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