Editorial Standards
Purpose of the catalogue
The IQEEG Public Domain Literature Library provides reading access to public-domain poetry through curated categories, editorial notes, and reading guides. The aim is to support discovery and understanding without commercial or algorithmic mediation.
Scope and selection
The catalogue includes 97 poetry ebooks from Project Gutenberg. Selection is based on availability in the public domain and the presence of sufficient editorial material for useful notes. Works range from the 17th to the early 20th century, representing American, English, Canadian, and Australian poetry.
Source attribution
All texts are from Project Gutenberg. Links point directly to the Project Gutenberg ebook page. No texts are hosted locally. Editorial content is original and released under Creative Commons Zero 1.0 Universal.
Bibliographic records
Each record includes title, author, publisher (Project Gutenberg), keywords, target reader, a catalogue note, and the direct URL. Keywords and target-reader fields are assigned based on Project Gutenberg metadata and editorial judgment. The catalogue note is a short interpretive summary.
Category assignment
Categories are thematic clusters designed to aid navigation. They are not definitive literary classifications. Works may be reassigned as the catalogue grows. Category guides explain the grouping rationale and recommend three exemplar titles.
Editorial reading context
Each editorial note is written by a bibliographic consultant. Notes aim to highlight structure, voice, key themes, and the work's relationship to its period. They are not comprehensive analyses but entry points for readers.
Edition facts and text measurements
Edition information (publication year, editor, illustrator) is taken from the Project Gutenberg record. No word counts or reading times are provided unless explicitly stated in the source. The catalogue does not perform original text measurements.
Recommendations and related works
Recommended books are chosen to illustrate the category's focus. Recommendations are based on the catalogue note and the work's fit with the category theme. They are not endorsements of quality or completeness.
Corrections and reader reports
Readers may report errors or suggest improvements via the contact page at /contact-us. The editor will review reports and update records as appropriate. No formal peer review process is in place.
Public-domain limitations
All works are in the public domain in the United States as of the date of inclusion. Users outside the US should verify local copyright status. The library does not guarantee that every work is free of restrictions in all jurisdictions.
Accessibility and readable presentation
The catalogue uses semantic HTML, clear headings, and plain language. No images, scripts, or styles are required for basic reading. The design prioritizes text readability and minimal page weight.
Independence and editorial responsibility
The library is independently operated by bibliographic consultant George Conrad. No university, corporation, or literary agency has editorial control. The editor is solely responsible for content. No advertising or sponsorship appears.
What the catalogue does not claim
The catalogue does not claim peer review, professional librarian credentials, or legal certification. It does not claim that every book has been read in full. It does not use AI-generated content for editorial decisions. It does not employ SEO tactics or promotional language.
Ongoing maintenance
The catalogue is updated periodically as new public-domain works become available and as editorial resources permit. Old records may be revised. There is no fixed publication schedule.