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Open Library
Search and retrieve book and author information from the Internet Archive's Open Library
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Search and retrieve book and author information from the Internet Archive's Open Library
Example tools
Illustrative tool names — the actual tool set is defined by the server at runtime.
web_search
Search the web and return top results
fetch_url
Fetch and return the contents of a URL
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Open Library.
- What is the Open Library MCP?
- The Open Library MCP allows users to search for and retrieve book and author information from the Internet Archive's Open Library. It supports accessing a vast collection of literary data.
- Does the Open Library MCP require an API key or other credentials?
- No, the Open Library MCP does not require an API key, OAuth, or any other credentials for its operation. It offers unauthenticated access to its services.
- How can I integrate the Open Library MCP with my client?
- Integration details depend on your MCP client. For most clients, you would typically add the MCP by providing its repository URL or by using a client-specific import function. Consult your client's documentation for precise steps.
- What data can I retrieve using the Open Library MCP?
- You can retrieve information related to books and authors available within the Internet Archive's Open Library database. This includes details such as titles, authors, publication data, and potentially related works.
- Are there any usage limits or costs associated with the Open Library MCP?
- The Open Library MCP itself is provided without direct cost or inherent usage limits. However, usage is subject to the terms and conditions of the underlying Internet Archive's Open Library service.
Install Open Library
Claude Desktop
Add this to claude_desktop_config.json.
{
"mcpServers": {
"open-library": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@modelcontextprotocol/server-open-library"
]
}
}
}Cursor
Add this to ~/.cursor/mcp.json.
{
"mcpServers": {
"open-library": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@modelcontextprotocol/server-open-library"
]
}
}
}VS Code
Add this to your workspace settings.json.
{
"mcp.servers": {
"open-library": {
"type": "stdio",
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@modelcontextprotocol/server-open-library"
]
}
}
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