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Aladin Book Search MCP Server

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신간 전체 리스트

get_new_books

Retrieve a list of new books from Aladin, filterable by category, with customizable start position and maximum results for precise searches.

Instructions

알라딘 신간 전체 리스트를 조회합니다. 카테고리별로 검색할 수 있습니다.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
categoryIdNo카테고리 ID (CID) - 특정 카테고리로 검색을 제한할 때 사용
maxResultsNo최대 결과 개수
startNo검색 시작 번호

Implementation Reference

  • The handler function that implements the core logic for the 'get_new_books' tool. It constructs API parameters with QueryType='ItemNewAll', calls the Aladin API, maps the response items to BookSearchResult objects, and formats the output as a text response.
    async ({ maxResults, start, categoryId }) => {
      try {
        const params: any = {
          QueryType: 'ItemNewAll',
          MaxResults: maxResults,
          start: start,
          SearchTarget: 'Book',
          Cover: 'Big'
        };
    
        if (categoryId) {
          params.CategoryId = categoryId;
        }
    
        const result = await callAladinApi('ItemList.aspx', params);
        
        const books: BookSearchResult[] = result.item?.map((item: any) => ({
          title: item.title || '',
          author: item.author || '',
          publisher: item.publisher || '',
          pubDate: item.pubDate || '',
          isbn: item.isbn || '',
          isbn13: item.isbn13 || '',
          cover: item.cover || '',
          categoryName: item.categoryName || '',
          description: item.description || '',
          priceStandard: item.priceStandard || 0,
          priceSales: item.priceSales || 0,
          link: item.link || '',
          pages: item.subInfo?.itemPage || undefined,
          pricePerPage: (item.priceStandard > 0 && item.subInfo?.itemPage > 0) 
            ? parseFloat((item.priceStandard / item.subInfo.itemPage).toFixed(2)) 
            : undefined
        })) || [];
    
        const categoryText = categoryId ? ` (카테고리: ${categoryId})` : '';
        
        return {
          content: [{
            type: 'text',
            text: `🆕 신간 전체 리스트${categoryText}\n\n검색된 도서 수: ${books.length}권\n\n${JSON.stringify(books, null, 2)}`
          }]
        };
      } catch (error) {
        logger.error(`신간 전체 리스트 조회 중 오류 발생: ${error}`);
        return {
          content: [{
            type: 'text',
            text: `신간 전체 리스트 조회 중 오류가 발생했습니다: ${error instanceof Error ? error.message : String(error)}`
          }],
          isError: true
        };
      }
    }
  • Zod input schema defining the parameters for the 'get_new_books' tool: maxResults, start, and optional categoryId.
    inputSchema: {
      maxResults: z.number().min(1).max(100).default(10).describe('최대 결과 개수'),
      start: z.number().min(1).default(1).describe('검색 시작 번호'),
      categoryId: z.string().optional().describe('카테고리 ID (CID) - 특정 카테고리로 검색을 제한할 때 사용')
  • src/index.ts:400-465 (registration)
    Registration of the 'get_new_books' tool using McpServer.registerTool, including title, description, inputSchema, and inline handler.
    server.registerTool(
      'get_new_books',
      {
        title: '신간 전체 리스트',
        description: '알라딘 신간 전체 리스트를 조회합니다. 카테고리별로 검색할 수 있습니다.',
        inputSchema: {
          maxResults: z.number().min(1).max(100).default(10).describe('최대 결과 개수'),
          start: z.number().min(1).default(1).describe('검색 시작 번호'),
          categoryId: z.string().optional().describe('카테고리 ID (CID) - 특정 카테고리로 검색을 제한할 때 사용')
        }
      },
      async ({ maxResults, start, categoryId }) => {
        try {
          const params: any = {
            QueryType: 'ItemNewAll',
            MaxResults: maxResults,
            start: start,
            SearchTarget: 'Book',
            Cover: 'Big'
          };
    
          if (categoryId) {
            params.CategoryId = categoryId;
          }
    
          const result = await callAladinApi('ItemList.aspx', params);
          
          const books: BookSearchResult[] = result.item?.map((item: any) => ({
            title: item.title || '',
            author: item.author || '',
            publisher: item.publisher || '',
            pubDate: item.pubDate || '',
            isbn: item.isbn || '',
            isbn13: item.isbn13 || '',
            cover: item.cover || '',
            categoryName: item.categoryName || '',
            description: item.description || '',
            priceStandard: item.priceStandard || 0,
            priceSales: item.priceSales || 0,
            link: item.link || '',
            pages: item.subInfo?.itemPage || undefined,
            pricePerPage: (item.priceStandard > 0 && item.subInfo?.itemPage > 0) 
              ? parseFloat((item.priceStandard / item.subInfo.itemPage).toFixed(2)) 
              : undefined
          })) || [];
    
          const categoryText = categoryId ? ` (카테고리: ${categoryId})` : '';
          
          return {
            content: [{
              type: 'text',
              text: `🆕 신간 전체 리스트${categoryText}\n\n검색된 도서 수: ${books.length}권\n\n${JSON.stringify(books, null, 2)}`
            }]
          };
        } catch (error) {
          logger.error(`신간 전체 리스트 조회 중 오류 발생: ${error}`);
          return {
            content: [{
              type: 'text',
              text: `신간 전체 리스트 조회 중 오류가 발생했습니다: ${error instanceof Error ? error.message : String(error)}`
            }],
            isError: true
          };
        }
      }
    );
  • Shared helper function callAladinApi used by the get_new_books handler to make HTTP requests to the Aladin API.
    async function callAladinApi(endpoint: string, params: Record<string, any>): Promise<any> {
      if (!ALADIN_TTB_KEY || ALADIN_TTB_KEY.length === 0) {
        throw new Error('알라딘 API 키가 설정되지 않았습니다. ALADIN_TTB_KEY 환경변수를 올바르게 설정해주세요.');
      }
    
      const baseParams = {
        ttbkey: ALADIN_TTB_KEY,
        output: 'js',
        version: '20131101'
      };
    
      const finalParams = { ...baseParams, ...params };
      const url = `${ALADIN_BASE_URL}/${endpoint}`;
    
      try {
        const response = await axios.get(url, { params: finalParams });
        return response.data;
      } catch (error) {
        logger.error(`알라딘 API 호출 오류: ${error}`);
        throw error;
      }
  • TypeScript interface BookSearchResult defining the structure of book data returned/mapped in the tool handler.
    interface BookSearchResult {
      title: string;
      author: string;
      publisher: string;
      pubDate: string;
      isbn: string;
      isbn13: string;
      cover: string;
      categoryName: string;
      description: string;
      priceStandard: number;
      priceSales: number;
      link: string;
      pages?: number; // 페이지 수 추가
      pricePerPage?: number; // 쪽단가 추가
    }
Behavior2/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It mentions the tool retrieves data ('조회합니다') but doesn't describe what '전체 리스트' (full list) entails (e.g., pagination, sorting, or freshness criteria), nor does it address potential limitations like rate limits or authentication requirements. The description is minimal and lacks behavioral details beyond the basic operation.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is extremely concise with just two sentences that directly state the tool's purpose and key capability. Every word earns its place, and it's front-loaded with the core functionality. There's no wasted text or redundancy.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness2/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the lack of annotations and output schema, the description is incomplete for a tool with three parameters. It doesn't explain what the tool returns (e.g., book details, pagination info), behavioral aspects like error handling, or how it differs from sibling tools. For a read operation with no structured context, the description should provide more guidance on usage and results.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters3/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema description coverage is 100%, so the schema already fully documents all three parameters (categoryId, maxResults, start). The description adds marginal value by mentioning category-based search, which aligns with the categoryId parameter, but doesn't provide additional semantics beyond what the schema descriptions offer. This meets the baseline for high schema coverage.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose4/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the verb ('조회합니다' - retrieve/query) and resource ('알라딘 신간 전체 리스트' - Aladin new books full list), making the purpose immediately understandable. However, it doesn't explicitly differentiate this tool from sibling tools like 'get_special_new_books' or 'get_bestsellers' beyond mentioning it retrieves the 'full list' of new books.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines3/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description implies usage context by stating '카테고리별로 검색할 수 있습니다' (can search by category), suggesting this tool is for browsing new books with optional category filtering. However, it doesn't provide explicit guidance on when to use this versus alternatives like 'get_special_new_books' or 'search_books', nor does it mention any prerequisites or exclusions.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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