Acceptance Through Use
By accessing or using the Biography & Memoir Archive (the “Catalogue”) at cgree.com, 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.
Lawful Personal Use
The Catalogue is offered for lawful, personal, non-commercial purposes. You may browse, read, download, and share ebooks for your own enjoyment, study, or reference. You may not sell, redistribute, or otherwise exploit the content for commercial gain without prior written permission from the rights-holder, where applicable.
Prohibited Misuse
You agree not to:
- Use the Catalogue for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable law.
- Interfere with or disrupt the operation of the Catalogue, including by introducing viruses, malware, or other harmful code.
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Catalogue, its servers, or related systems.
- Harass, abuse, or harm other users or our editorial team.
Automated Extraction and Interference
Automated scraping, data mining, robotic extraction, or any form of bulk downloading of content is prohibited unless expressly authorized in writing. We reserve the right to monitor usage patterns and to block or throttle access where automated activity is detected.
Bibliographic and Transcription Limitations
Ebooks in the Catalogue are curated from public-domain sources and may include transcriptions, editorial notes, and reader’s guides. While we strive for accuracy, we do not guarantee that every text is error-free, complete, or faithful to the original work. Bibliographic metadata is provided for informational purposes and may contain inaccuracies.
Jurisdiction-Dependent Copyright and Public-Domain Status
The public-domain status of works varies by jurisdiction. A work that is free of copyright in one country may still be protected in another. It is your responsibility to verify the copyright status of any work before using it in a manner that may require permission. The Catalogue does not provide legal advice; if you are uncertain, consult a qualified legal professional.
User Responsibility
You are solely responsible for your use of the Catalogue and for ensuring that your activities comply with applicable laws and these Terms. We are not liable for any loss or damage arising from your reliance on the content or your failure to comply with these Terms.
Third-Party Links
The Catalogue may contain links to external websites or resources. We do not endorse and are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or availability of those sites. Your use of third-party links is at your own risk.
Technical Availability
We strive to keep the Catalogue accessible, but we do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free availability. Access may be suspended temporarily for maintenance, updates, or unforeseen circumstances. We reserve the right to modify or discontinue any part of the Catalogue at any time without notice.
Editorial Notes and Presentation
Editorial content—including reader’s guides, background essays, and edition insights—reflects the views of the editorial team and is provided for educational and informational purposes. It does not constitute professional advice. We may update or remove editorial material without prior notice.
Rights-Holder Notices
If you believe that any content on the Catalogue infringes your copyright or other rights, please contact our Acquisitions Editor, Anne Conan, at editor@cgree.com. We will respond promptly to valid takedown requests.
Reasonable 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, or non-infringement. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all liability for any errors, omissions, or damages arising from your use of the Catalogue.
Proportionate Liability Limitation
In no event shall the Biography & Memoir Archive, its editors, or affiliates be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including loss of profits, data, or goodwill, arising out of or in connection with your use of the Catalogue, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. Our total liability for any claim shall not exceed the amount you paid, if any, to access the Catalogue.
Suspension of Abusive Access
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access to the Catalogue for any user who violates these Terms, engages in abusive behavior, or whose conduct we reasonably believe may harm the Catalogue or other users. Suspension may be temporary or permanent at our discretion.
Service Changes
We may update, modify, or discontinue the Catalogue or any of its features at any time without prior notice. We are not liable for any resulting inconvenience or loss.
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.
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and the Biography & Memoir Archive regarding your use of the Catalogue. For questions, please contact editor@cgree.com.