Acceptance through Use
By accessing or using the Art & Architecture Library (the “Catalogue”) at orosc.com, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please discontinue use immediately. The Catalogue is maintained as an independent, non-commercial resource for readers interested in art, architecture, and related historical subjects.
Lawful Personal Use
The Catalogue is offered for lawful, personal, and non-commercial purposes. You may browse, search, read, and download ebooks for your own private study, research, or enjoyment. Any commercial redistribution, systematic reproduction, or public display of the Catalogue’s content without prior written permission from the catalogue project is prohibited.
Prohibited Misuse
You agree not to:
- Use the Catalogue for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable local, national, or international law.
- Attempt to disrupt, damage, or impair the operation of the Catalogue, including through the introduction of viruses, malware, or other harmful code.
- Engage in any activity that interferes with other users’ access or enjoyment of the Catalogue.
Automated Extraction and Interference
Automated tools, scrapers, bots, or scripts that systematically extract content, metadata, or data from the Catalogue are not permitted without express prior approval. The Catalogue is designed for human readers, and automated access may be restricted or blocked where it imposes an undue burden on the service.
Bibliographic and Transcription Limitations
The ebooks in this Catalogue are drawn from public-domain sources and have been transcribed, scanned, or compiled by various contributors. While every effort is made to present accurate bibliographic information and readable transcriptions, errors, omissions, or variations may exist. The Catalogue does not guarantee that every text is complete or identical to the original printed work. Readers should consult authoritative editions for scholarly citation.
Jurisdiction-Dependent Copyright and Public-Domain Status
Works in the Catalogue are believed to be in the public domain in their country of origin and in many other jurisdictions. However, copyright laws differ around the world, and it is your responsibility to verify the legal status of any work before using it in a manner that may be restricted in your location. The Catalogue does not represent that every ebook is free of copyright in every jurisdiction. Some works may include editorial notes, introductions, or other new material that may be subject to copyright.
User Responsibility
You are solely responsible for your use of the Catalogue and for compliance with all applicable laws. The Catalogue is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis, without any warranty of completeness, accuracy, or fitness for a particular purpose.
Third-Party Links
The Catalogue may contain links to external websites or resources. These are provided for convenience only and do not imply endorsement or control over the content, policies, or practices of those third parties. The Catalogue is not responsible for any loss or damage arising from your use of such external sites.
Technical Availability
The Catalogue is made available without any guarantee of uninterrupted or error-free access. Maintenance, updates, or unforeseen technical issues may cause temporary unavailability. the catalogue project reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Catalogue at any time without prior notice.
Editorial Notes and Presentation
The Catalogue includes editorial notes, category labels, and descriptive text (such as “Inside the Classic” or “Key Ideas to Explore”) that reflect the catalogue project’s perspective and are intended to assist readers. These notes do not constitute professional or scholarly advice. The selection and arrangement of works are the result of independent curation and may change over time.
Rights-Holder Notices
If you believe that any material in the Catalogue infringes your copyright or other rights, please contact the catalogue project at editor@orosc.com with sufficient detail to allow evaluation. The Catalogue will respond promptly to valid notices and may remove or disable access to the identified material.
Reasonable Warranty Disclaimer
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, the Catalogue is provided without any warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, non-infringement, or fitness for a particular purpose. No warranty is given that the Catalogue will meet your requirements or that its operation will be uninterrupted or error-free.
Proportionate Liability Limitation
In no event shall the catalogue project, contributors, or affiliates be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of or in connection with the use or inability to use the Catalogue, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. Where liability cannot be excluded, it is limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.
Suspension of Abusive Access
The Catalogue reserves the right to suspend or terminate access to any user who violates these Terms of Use, engages in abusive behavior, or uses the Catalogue in a manner that harms the service or other users. Such suspension may occur without prior notice and at the sole discretion of the catalogue project.
Service Changes
The Catalogue may be updated, modified, or discontinued at any time. the catalogue project may revise these Terms of Use from time to time. Continued use after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms. It is your responsibility to review the Terms periodically.
Severability
If any provision of these Terms of Use is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable while preserving its intent.
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at r@orosc.com.