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Temporary disruption to full book downloads

Posted on 21st October, 2026

Bookshelves filled with various books in UCL's Main Library, showing colourful spines with labels.

Full book downloads from the UCL Press website are currently unavailable while UCL undertakes essential maintenance to protect and secure its digital services.

Book pages, metadata and other content on the UCL Press website remain available, but readers may be unable to access full book PDF downloads until service is restored.

In the meantime:

  • Full book downloads remain available via OAPEN.
  • Individual chapter downloads remain available via JSTOR.

We are working closely with colleagues across UCL to restore access as quickly as possible and will provide further updates when available.

We apologise for the inconvenience and thank our authors, readers, librarians and publishing partners for their patience and understanding.

Last updated: 21 October 2026

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