I agree: if I'd want a book that was once for free, but now isn't but still available, I'd pay for it. I wouldn't label getting it through the WBM as piracy, as that site is maintained by a well-known organization with a well-known purpose, and it stands apart from mere Torrent sites. You can easily avoid being indexed by the WBM. It could be considered unethical though, avoiding to pay for for an available work that is no longer free.
On the other hand, if it's a giveaway that's not available anywhere anymore, I'd definitely get it through the WBM as there is no other option available.
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