Book description
An unprecedented glimpse into the formation of the legendary talent of Leonard Cohen.Before the celebrated late-career world tours, before the Grammy awards, before the chart-topping albums, before ‘Hallelujah’ and ‘So Long, Marianne’ and ‘Famous Blue Raincoat’, the young Leonard Cohen wrote poetry and fiction and yearned for literary stardom. In A Ballet of Lepers, readers will discover that the magic that animated Cohen’s unforgettable body of work was present from the very beginning.Written between 1956 in Montreal, just as Cohen was publishing his first poetry collection, and 1961, when he’d settled on Greece’s Hydra island, the pieces in this collection offer startling insight into Cohen’s imagination and creative process, and explore themes that would permeate his later work, from shame and unworthiness to sexual desire to longing, whether for love, family, freedom or transcendence.The titular novel, A Ballet of Lepers – one he later remarked was ‘probably a better novel’ than his celebrated book The Favourite Game – is a haunting examination of these elements, while the fifteen stories, as well as the playscript, probe the inner demons of his characters, many of whom could function as stand-ins for the author himself.Meditative, surprising, playful and provocative, A Ballet of Lepers is vivid in its detail, unsparing in its gaze, and reveals the great artist and visceral genius like never before.
Genghis Glyph
I've fallen in love with literature all over again, thanks to this incredible app. The app is so well-designed. It’s clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Red Woman
ListenBook's intuitive interface and quick controls make it a pleasure to navigate through audiobooks. ListenBook is fantastic! Supports every audiobook format I have. Super convenient! I love the ability to change the background color. It’s a nice touch.
FRMhndshk
With ListenBook, every moment is an opportunity to explore new stories and gain knowledge. 🌌 Whether I'm cooking, commuting, or relaxing at home, this app's seamless functionality keeps me engaged in captivating narratives. 🎧✨ Audiobook enjoyment without the hassle – this app's design is a win.
Dance Bloom
Thanks to ListenBook, I'm now exploring different genres and formats I never thought I would. This app's compatibility with various devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I am. 🎉📚 Reigniting my passion for books – this app is my newfound reading obsession! 🔥🎧 Great app for listening to lectures and speeches. Highly useful!
Blistered Outlaw
I can't get enough of this app's intuitive design and user-friendly interface. I love the auto-bookmark feature. It saves my place automatically.
xSTORMx
ListenBook has brought a whole new level of convenience and enjoyment to my audiobook experience. Audiobooks have become a source of inspiration and motivation, thanks to this app. I'm addicted to this app's seamless integration with my daily activities. The app’s design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player.
Mammoth 2
With ListenBook, I can keep track of my audiobook consumption and explore new content with ease. The statistics feature is a fantastic addition – knowing how much time I spend on audiobooks is eye-opening, and ListenBook makes tracking it a breeze.
MythMaker
I love that I can enjoy audiobooks while cooking elaborate meals in the kitchen. I used to struggle to find time for books – now, I listen while doing chores! ListenBook's commitment to providing top-notch audio quality has taken my audiobook experience to a new level. This app is a game-changer for audiobook lovers! The interface is clean and easy to use. This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark feature—it saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
Force
ListenBook's versatile player features are like having a personal audio assistant – it's that good! I can't imagine my day without a dose of literature from this app. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is fascinating. I can alter the reader's voice to match my mood—what a creative addition!
Lightening Trip
ListenBook's audio filters and controls have turned my listening into a personalized experience. Effortlessly enjoying audiobooks on the go – kudos to this app's functionality. ListenBook's commitment to a user-friendly interface and intuitive controls is evident in every aspect of the app. Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a creative feature that adds a personal touch to the experience. The app is lightweight and doesn’t drain my battery.
Sw00sh
ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an indispensable tool for my audiobook enjoyment. 🚶♀️📖 Exploring stories as I stroll – audiobooks have turned my walks into inspiring journeys of imagination. 🏞️🎧 Looping playback of a single track helps me focus and absorb complex content.
Jack Cassidy
I can't believe how easy it is to download and manage my audio content using ListenBook. Looping playback has revolutionized my study sessions. I'm learning faster than ever. The narrator was good but spoke a bit too slowly for my taste. I had to speed it up to 1.2x which then made some parts sound slightly unnatural.
Third Moon
💼 Juggling tasks while exploring narratives – this app is my multitasking hero! 💻📖 Looping playback is my favorite feature. It's perfect for revisiting complex content. The statistics feature is brilliant. I love seeing how much time I spend on audiobooks with ListenBook.
Father Abbot
The extensive audiobook collection for children is a blessing for my little ones. ListenBook's unlimited length of audiobooks with the Pro version is a fantastic value for avid listeners. Thanks to ListenBook's extensive statistics, I can track my audiobook consumption and celebrate my progress. Book groups feature keeps series and related titles together. Neat and tidy! Downloading audio from network devices is a brilliant feature. It's incredibly convenient.
Day Hawk
I appreciate how ListenBook offers various methods for downloading audio – it caters to different preferences. I'm amazed at how this app has made my daily routines more enjoyable and intellectually fulfilling. Perfect for listening to educational content. Highly recommend! Listening to audiobooks has never been this enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook!
Sultan of Speed
I've found solace and relaxation in the pages of countless audiobooks. I'm in awe of how technology has enhanced my reading experience through this app.
Master Jetson
Kudos to the creators for making literature so accessible and enjoyable. ListenBook's beautiful layout and quick access to chapters make navigation effortless. I'm amazed by how this app effortlessly turns my daily routines into enjoyable learning sessions. 🏝️🎧 Packing for vacation just got better – this app is my getaway entertainment! 🌴📖
Shamrock
ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats makes it a versatile and essential app for audiobook enthusiasts. I'm amazed at how this app has made my daily routines more enjoyable and intellectually fulfilling. 🎶 Music? Nah, I prefer immersing myself in captivating stories with this app! 🎶📖 ListenBook has made listening to audiobooks a breeze. The smooth playback and intuitive interface are unmatched.
Trash
The Looping playback and Shuffle features on ListenBook help me customize my listening sessions to my liking. 💡 Enriching my daily routines with wisdom and wonder – thank you, this app! 📱📖 📱 Carrying my favorite stories with me wherever I go – this app is like a portable library in my pocket. 📚👜 CUE playlist support helps me organize my audiobooks efficiently. It's a great organizational tool. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. It enhances the clarity of recordings and makes my listening sessions more enjoyable.
Dez
ListenBook has become my go-to app for all things audio – from lectures to speeches, it's got it all. I love how this app makes my daily commute a journey through literature. My audiobook collection has never looked better. Thanks to automatic artwork and metadata. ListenBook has transformed my daily commute. I look forward to my journeys with this app by my side.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience