Acceptance Through Use

By accessing or using the Biography & Memoir Archive (the 'Catalogue'), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please do not use the Catalogue. We may revise these terms from time to time; continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

Lawful Personal Use

The Catalogue is provided for lawful, personal, non-commercial purposes. You may browse, search, and download ebooks for your own reading, study, or research. Any commercial redistribution, systematic reproduction, or resale of content from the Catalogue is prohibited unless expressly authorized.

Prohibited Misuse

You must not:

• Use the Catalogue for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable laws.
• Attempt to disrupt, impair, or interfere with the operation of the Catalogue or its underlying systems.
• Upload or transmit viruses, malware, or any harmful code.
• Engage in any activity that imposes an unreasonable or disproportionate load on our infrastructure.

Automated Extraction and Interference

Automated scraping, data mining, or any form of bulk extraction of content from the Catalogue is not permitted without prior written consent. This includes the use of bots, crawlers, or scripts that systematically retrieve or reproduce ebooks or metadata. We reserve the right to block or restrict access to any user or IP address that engages in such activity.

Bibliographic and Transcription Limitations

The ebooks in the Catalogue are digital reproductions of historical texts. While we strive for accuracy, transcriptions may contain errors, omissions, or inconsistencies present in the original sources. Bibliographic information is provided as a guide and may not reflect the most current scholarship. Users should verify important details against authoritative editions where possible.

Copyright and Public-Domain Status

Most works in the Catalogue are believed to be in the public domain in their country of origin and in Canada, where the Catalogue is curated. However, copyright laws vary by jurisdiction. It is your responsibility to confirm the legal status of any work before using it in a manner that may require permission, such as republication or commercial adaptation. Some works may include editorial notes, introductions, or other original content that may be protected by copyright; such content is indicated where feasible.

User Responsibility

You are solely responsible for your use of the Catalogue and any content you download or access. You agree to comply with all applicable copyright laws and other intellectual property rights. The Catalogue does not grant you any license or right to use any trademark, logo, or brand featured on the site.

Third-Party Links

The Catalogue may contain links to external websites or resources. We do not endorse or assume responsibility for the content, privacy practices, or availability of any third-party sites. Accessing such links is at your own risk.

Technical Availability

We aim to provide reliable access to the Catalogue, but we do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free availability. The Catalogue may be temporarily unavailable for maintenance, updates, or due to factors beyond our control. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Catalogue at any time without notice.

Editorial Notes and Presentation

Editorial content, including reading companions, background essays, and contextual notes, reflects the views of the individual author and not necessarily those of the Catalogue. Such content is provided for informational and educational purposes and should not be considered definitive or authoritative. The presentation of works, including categorization and metadata, is a curatorial choice and does not imply endorsement of any particular interpretation.

Rights-Holder Notices

If you believe that any content on the Catalogue infringes your copyright or other rights, please contact our Managing Editor, Nathaniel Conrad, at editor@exuar.com with a detailed description of the material and the basis for your claim. We will respond promptly and take appropriate action, which may include removal of the material.

Warranty Disclaimer

The Catalogue and its content are provided 'as is' and 'as available' without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, accuracy, or non-infringement. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all liability for any loss or damage arising from your use of the Catalogue.

Liability Limitation

In no event shall the Biography & Memoir Archive, its editor, or contributors be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or use, arising out of or in connection with your access to or use of the Catalogue, whether based on warranty, contract, tort, or any other legal theory, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. Our total liability to you for any claim arising from these terms or your use of the Catalogue shall not exceed the amount you have paid to us, if any, for accessing the Catalogue.

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 whose actions may harm the Catalogue or other users. Such decisions are made at our sole discretion and may be taken without prior notice.

Service Changes

We may update, modify, or discontinue any aspect of the Catalogue, including features, content, and availability, at any time. We will endeavor to provide notice of significant changes where practical, but are not obligated to do so.

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.

These Terms of Use are intended to be fair and readable, balancing the interests of users and the curatorial mission of the Biography & Memoir Archive. If you have questions or concerns, please contact us at editor@exuar.com.