Book description
In the "brilliant novel" (The New York Times) V.S. Naipaul takes us deeply into the life of one man--an Indian who, uprooted by the bloody tides of Third World history, has come to live in an isolated town at the bend of a great river in a newly independent African nation. Naipaul gives us the most convincing and disturbing vision yet of what happens in a place caught between the dangerously alluring modern world and its own tenacious past and traditions.
In an African country that has suffered revolution and civil war and that is headed by a man of almost insane energy and crudity, one restless, reflective, and isolated villager and his friends uneasily submit to the tide of events
Crash Test
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ZenZone
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Milan Call Back
The extensive statistics feature on ListenBook helps me track my audiobook consumption habits β so cool! π©βπ³ Elevating culinary experiences with auditory tales β cooking has never been this entertaining and educational! π³π§ ListenBook is a prime example of user-centered design. It's clear that the developers understand audiobook lovers' needs. The customizable controls and playback options cater perfectly to different audiobook preferences. The noise reduction feature in ListenBook Pro is a game-changer for enjoying clear recordings.
Pyscho Hun
Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is impressive. My recordings sound crystal clear. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of reading. Noise reduction and voice tone changing are brilliant features. Not the best audiobook I've heard but far from the worst. The production quality was good and there were no major issues with the narration.
Pixie Soldier
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PixelPathfinder
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DanimalDaze
The narrator's voice in some audiobooks is so soothing, it's like a spa for the ears. With ListenBook, I can listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience.
Mr. Lucky
This app has brought stories to life in a way that traditional reading never could. Who needs traditional books when you have this app? It's a game-changer. This app has made multitasking a breeze β I can listen while I work, cook, or exercise. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fascinating way to add a personal touch to my audiobook journey. The statistics feature in ListenBook is a valuable tool for monitoring and optimizing my audiobook consumption.
Golden Cougar
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Lucky Brandy
This app's features, from bookmarking to customizable playback speed, are fantastic. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch enhances my audiobook experience during daily activities.
Broomspun
I've fallen in love with genres I never thought I'd explore, all thanks to this app. I'm blown away by the silky-smooth playback, even for high-quality formats like FLAC. Top-notch performance!
Knuckles
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The Shield Toronto
The sleek design and easy navigation are visually pleasing and user-friendly. This app is a time-saver β I can 'read' even when I'm on the move. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval add a professional touch to my carefully curated audiobook collection.
Black Walnut
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Twix Bond
The range of supported formats is impressive. No more converting files! Kudos to the developers for optimizing this app for iOS 16. It runs like a dream on my device. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of storytelling with friends. Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that enhances the immersion in the content.
SereneScribe
No more hassle with converting files β ListenBook supports a wide range of formats for a seamless listening experience. ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay enhances my daily commute, making it a productive and enjoyable experience. This app's ease of use has made my daily tasks so much more enjoyable. Navigating audiobooks with ease β this app's design is user-centric. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to curate customized listening sessions, whether for study, relaxation, or entertainment.
New Cycle
I can't believe how much more productive I am β I'm learning and growing while multitasking! Thanks to ListenBook's binaural audio processing, my extended listening sessions are fatigue-free. Solid performance overall though some character voices sounded too similar. I occasionally got confused about who was speaking in dialogue-heavy scenes.
DanimalDaze
The drag-and-drop download feature on ListenBook is incredibly convenient β no more complicated processes. I'm amazed at how this app has turned my errands into exciting reading sessions.
Tweety Bun Bun
π§ββοΈβ Sipping tea and getting lost in stories β the ultimate way to unwind! π΅π Tone adjustment is such a unique feature. It's like customizing the narrator's voice. ListenBookβs playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
Voluntary
The ease of downloading content via WiFi, WebDAV, and more has made ListenBook my audiobook hub. With ListenBook, I can enjoy my own audio content with unparalleled ease and comfort. This app's convenience has transformed my reading habits β it's a game-changer. Listened to this on a road trip and it made the hours fly by. Even my passengers who weren't following along commented on how nice the narrator's voice was.
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