Project Gutenberg eBook Reader brings a large catalog of public-domain books into a searchable reading app. Users can browse more than 75,000 titles by author, subject, popularity, or reading ease, then download books for offline access. The reader supports adjustable type size, fonts, margins, light, sepia, and dark themes, plus bookmarks, highlights, and a table of contents. A growing collection of read-along audiobooks highlights words as narration plays and supports background audio and lock-screen controls. The listing says there is no account requirement and clearly identifies the app as an independent reader rather than an official Project Gutenberg Foundation product. The download is free, but subscription language appears in the listing without clear plan details; check the current App Store purchase sheet. Copyright status can differ by country, so readers outside the US should verify that a particular title is public domain where they live.
Project Gutenberg eBook Reader
An ebook reader for more than 75,000 Project Gutenberg public-domain titles with offline reading and read-along audio.
Overview
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What it does
- Search and browse more than 75,000 public-domain titles by author, subject, or reading ease.
- Download books for offline reading and adjust layout, type, and theme.
- Save bookmarks and highlights and navigate with a table of contents.
- Listen to read-along audiobooks with synchronized text and background playback.
A good fit for
- Readers looking for classic public-domain books and synchronized read-along audio.
Worth knowing
- The app is an independent reader and is not affiliated with the Project Gutenberg Literary Archive Foundation. Public-domain status varies by country. The US listing includes subscription wording but does not clearly state current plans or prices.
Frequently asked questions
Answers based on the app’s official listing and reviewed information.
What is Project Gutenberg eBook Reader used for?
An ebook reader for more than 75,000 Project Gutenberg public-domain titles with offline reading and read-along audio.
What can you do with Project Gutenberg eBook Reader?
Search and browse more than 75,000 public-domain titles by author, subject, or reading ease. Download books for offline reading and adjust layout, type, and theme. Save bookmarks and highlights and navigate with a table of contents. Listen to read-along audiobooks with synchronized text and background playback.
Who is Project Gutenberg eBook Reader designed for?
Readers looking for classic public-domain books and synchronized read-along audio.
What should you know before downloading Project Gutenberg eBook Reader?
The app is an independent reader and is not affiliated with the Project Gutenberg Literary Archive Foundation. Public-domain status varies by country. The US listing includes subscription wording but does not clearly state current plans or prices.
Does Project Gutenberg eBook Reader include paid features?
The reviewed listing does not confirm current in-app purchase options.
Which platforms support Project Gutenberg eBook Reader?
Greatooly's reviewed app information lists iOS.
Researched from official sources; this is not a hands-on review. Last checked 2026-11-04.
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