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Gutenberg eBook Reader

Overview

The Gutenberg eBook Reader is an open-source project that provides a simple and user-friendly interface for reading books from Project Gutenberg. This eBook reader is designed to download books from the Gutenberg API, allowing users to access a vast collection of literary classics for free.

Project Status

This project is currently under development. It will be updated throughout the development.

Features

  • Project Gutenberg Integration: Seamlessly connect to the Project Gutenberg API to download a wide range of books.
  • User-friendly Interface: Intuitive design for easy navigation and an enjoyable reading experience.
  • Customizable Settings: Adjust font size, background color, and other settings to suit individual preferences.
  • Offline Reading: Download books for offline reading, enabling users to enjoy their favorite literature anywhere, anytime.
  • Bookmarking: Save your progress with bookmarking functionality, making it easy to pick up where you left off.

Getting Started

To get started with the Gutenberg eBook Reader, follow these steps:

Prerequisites

  • Node.js: Make sure you have Node.js installed. You can download it here.

Installation

  1. Clone the repository:

    git clone https://github.com/your-username/gutenberg-ebook-reader.git
  2. Change into the project directory:

    cd gutenberg-ebook-reader
  3. Install dependencies:

    npm install

Usage

  1. Run the application:

    npm start
  2. Open your web browser and navigate to http://localhost:3000.

  3. Explore the Gutenberg eBook Reader, search for books, and start reading!

Contributing

Contributions are welcome! Whether you want to fix a bug, implement a new feature, or improve documentation, please feel free to open an issue or submit a pull request. Check out our contribution guidelines for more details.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License.

Acknowledgments

  • Project Gutenberg for providing free access to a vast collection of literary works.
  • The open-source community for their contributions and support.

Happy reading! 📚📚