books.works.details
Retrieve comprehensive metadata for literary works using Open Library Work ID, including descriptions, subjects, authors, cover images, and publication dates.
Instructions
Get consolidated work metadata across all editions by Open Library Work ID — description, subjects, authors, cover, first publish date (Open Library)
Input Schema
TableJSON Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| olid | Yes | Open Library Work ID, e.g. "OL45804W" for Lord of the Rings. Get from search results key field |