Project Gutenberg
Project Gutenberg is a renowned website that offers a vast collection of free e-books, including novels, to readers worldwide. It was founded by Michael S. Hart in 1971, making it one of the oldest digital libraries. Project Gutenberg became famous for its mission to digitize and archive cultural works, making them accessible to the public. The site hosts over 60,000 e-books, which can be downloaded in various formats and read on different devices. While the exact number of monthly visitors may vary, Project Gutenberg continues to attract a significant amount of traffic due to its extensive collection and free access to literary classics and other works.
Pros:
- Extensive collection of free e-books,
- easy accessibility,
- multiple formats available.
Cons:
- Limited selection of contemporary novels,
- may not have the latest releases.
Founded: 1971
Developed by: Michael S. Hart
Headquarters: Worldwide
Official website: https://www.gutenberg.org/
