Project Gutenberg Top Downloads Screensaver
The Project Gutenberg Top Downloads screensaver shows the most-downloaded public-domain books on Project Gutenberg, ranked by real download counts from the key-less Gutendex API. It's free, runs in your browser, and ESC exits.
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How the Project Gutenberg Top Downloads screensaver works
The saver reads Gutendex / Project Gutenberg directly in your browser — no key and no account.
The most-downloaded public-domain books on Project Gutenberg, ranked by real download counts from the key-less Gutendex API..
It refreshes on a schedule, so what you see stays current.
Colours and the accent can be changed in settings; nothing is stored beyond your own browser.
A worked example
The most-downloaded public-domain books on Project Gutenberg, ranked by real download counts from the key-less Gutendex API.
Settings & tips
- Accent and Background recolour the display.
- Data comes straight from Gutendex / Project Gutenberg in your browser.
- Press ESC to leave fullscreen.
Frequently asked questions
- Is this real data?
- Yes — it comes from Gutendex / Project Gutenberg and is refreshed on a schedule.
- Is a key needed?
- No. This source is fully key-less.
- Does it need an internet connection?
- Yes — it reads a live source, so it needs a connection to update.
- Is it free?
- Yes — free, no download, in your browser.