It is possible to search for a vast number of publications worldwide, view book summaries, table of contents, preview selected pages, and access complete e-books that are available for public reading.
Google Books Search and Digital Reading Platform
Click the "Visit Site" button on this page to open the official Google Books website, then follow its on-screen instructions.
Google Books is accessed online through your browser, so there is usually no local installation. Refer to its official site for details.
You can browse comparable reading sites under the e-books category on this site and pick the one that fits you.