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get_wikisource_text

Retrieve the full text of a philosophical work from Wikisource by entering its exact page title. Supports language selection and character limit control.

Instructions

Fetch the plain text of a Wikisource page by title (from search_wikisource). Truncated to max_chars.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
titleYesExact page title.
langNoWikisource language subdomain.en
max_charsNoCharacters to return.
Behavior2/5

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

Only mentions truncation via max_chars. No annotations present, and description omits details on error handling (e.g., missing page), request limits, or encoding, placing full burden on the description.

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?

Two concise sentences that front-load purpose and key constraint (truncation). No wasted words.

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

Completeness3/5

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

Adequate for a simple fetch tool with full schema coverage. Lacks mention of error states or handling of edge cases (e.g., non-existent titles), but sufficient given the narrow scope.

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 has 100% coverage with clear parameter descriptions. The description adds minimal extra value ('from search_wikisource' for title context) but does not deepen understanding of parameter behavior beyond schema defaults.

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

Purpose5/5

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

Clearly states the verb 'Fetch', resource 'plain text of a Wikisource page', and specific context 'by title (from search_wikisource)', distinguishing it from siblings like search_wikisource and other fetch tools.

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

Usage Guidelines4/5

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

Explicitly links to search_wikisource for obtaining the title, implying the intended workflow. However, lacks explicit when-not-to-use or comparisons with similar fetch tools from other sources.

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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