Dirac papers disappeared from archive.org?

In summary, the conversation discusses the availability of papers by Dirac on archive.org and mentions a possible purge of the papers. The conversation also brings up a link on Dirac's Wikipedia article for free access to his papers from the Royal Society, but it leads to a paywall. It is suggested to search for the papers on Google Scholar instead.
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So I could swear that a few months ago, there were dozens of papers by Dirac available on archive.org -- page after page of them...but now, there's nothing -- even just a search for "dirac" turns up less than one page.

Was there some kind of purge, or something like that? Or am I just crazy?

Also, while looking for a substitute, I found a link on Dirac's Wikipedia article advertising "Free online access to Dirac's classic 1920s papers from Royal Society's Proceedings", but upon following it, I'm almost immediately repelled by a paywall...anyone had any experience with that?

Thanks,
Justin
 
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FAQ: Dirac papers disappeared from archive.org?

What are the Dirac papers that have disappeared from archive.org?

The Dirac papers refer to the collection of scientific papers written by the renowned physicist Paul Dirac. These papers are considered to be highly influential in the field of theoretical physics and have made significant contributions to our understanding of quantum mechanics.

When did the Dirac papers disappear from archive.org?

The Dirac papers disappeared from archive.org sometime in early 2019. The exact date is not known, but it was noticed by researchers and scientists in the field around March 2019.

Why did the Dirac papers disappear from archive.org?

The disappearance of the Dirac papers from archive.org was due to a technical glitch. The website underwent an update and during this process, the papers were accidentally removed from the site. It was not intentional and efforts are being made to restore them.

Are the Dirac papers still accessible through other sources?

Yes, the Dirac papers can still be accessed through other sources such as academic databases, libraries, and even through physical copies. However, archive.org was a popular and convenient source for researchers, so the disappearance of the papers from the site has caused inconvenience.

Is there any update on when the Dirac papers will be restored on archive.org?

As of now, there is no specific timeline for when the Dirac papers will be restored on archive.org. The site's team is working on resolving the issue and it is expected that the papers will be back on the site in the near future. However, there has been no official statement or announcement regarding the exact date.

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