Book description
"[An American Childhood] combines the child's sense of wonder with the adult's intelligence and is written in some of the finest prose that exists in contemporary America. It is a special sort of memoir that is entirely successful...This new book is [Annie Dillard's] best, a joyous ode to her own happy childhood." -- Chicago TribuneA book that instantly captured the hearts of readers across the country, An American Childhood is Pulitzer Prize-winning author Annie Dillard's poignant, vivid memoir of growing up in Pittsburgh in the 1950s and 60s. Dedicated to her parents - from whom she learned a love of language and the importance of following your deepest passions - this narrative tale will resonate for everyone who has ever recalled with longing playing baseball on an endless summer afternoon, caring for a pristine rock collection, or knowing in your heart that a book was written just for you.
Classy Luck
As a language enthusiast, this app has been a fantastic tool for learning new languages. This app's compatibility with various devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I am. ListenBookβs playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
Acid Queen
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Nice Gnome
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NexusNinja
The customer support team is responsive and always ready to assist. The range of self-help and personal development audiobooks is truly enriching. The diverse range of narrators adds a new layer of depth to each story. ListenBook's support for a variety of download methods means I can access my content in the way that suits me best.
Lady Pomegranate
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Seattle Jay
Book groups keep my related titles together for a cohesive listening experience. A thoughtful feature! The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
Osprey
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Divine Quasar
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Ice
This app's ease of use has made reading an integral part of my everyday life. Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks is a hassle-free process, regardless of the source. ListenBook is fantastic! Supports every audiobook format I have. Super convenient! Great app for audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook supports a wide range of formats.
The Howling Swede
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Insane SweepKick
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Darth 44
Who needs traditional books when you have this app? It's a game-changer. ListenBook Pro takes my experience to the next level. Unlimited audiobook length, noise reduction, and voice tone adjustment? Count me in! I can't believe how seamless the integration with Apple Watch is. My workouts just got better.
Bruh
Audiobooks have made my long commutes enjoyable, and I'm always eager to see what's next. This app is not just about convenience β it's a gateway to new horizons of knowledge. Effortless audiobook exploration β this app's functionality is remarkable. Looping playback is my favorite study tool. It's a game-changer for mastering challenging content.
QuantumQuipper
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LerveDr
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Bliss
Audiobook joy made simple β this app's ease of use is a true marvel. Looping playback and shuffle features keep my audiobook sessions engaging and fresh.
MysticMingle
ListenBook has transformed my listening habits, making them more engaging and enjoyable. Binaural audio processing reduces listening fatigue. Fantastic feature! The app is perfect for long walks. It keeps me company the whole time.
Twisty Dew
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Hightower
Audiobooks on this app have turned my exercise sessions into moments of education. I'm amazed at how this app has made my workouts more motivating and my audiobooks more accessible. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
Video Game Heroine
Audiobooks have never been this engaging β this app takes them to the next level. I'm addicted to this app β it's like having a library in my pocket. This app has transformed my daily commute into a captivating journey of knowledge and entertainment. Drag and drop downloads directly from my web browser? That's a level of convenience I appreciate. The app is lightweight and doesnβt drain my battery.
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