Book description
A transporting and illuminating voyage around the globe, through classic and modern literary works that are in conversation with one another and with the world around them Featured in the Chicago Tribune's Great 2021 Fall Book Preview One of Smithsonian Magazine's Ten Best Books About Travel of 2021* Inspired by Jules Verne's hero Phileas Fogg, David Damrosch, chair of Harvard University's department of comparative literature and founder of Harvard's Institute for World Literature, set out to counter a pandemic's restrictions on travel by exploring eighty exceptional books from around the globe. Following a literary itinerary from London to Venice, Tehran and points beyond, and via authors from Woolf and Dante to Nobel Prize-winners Orhan Pamuk, Wole Soyinka, Mo Yan, and Olga Tokarczuk, he explores how these works have shaped our idea of the world, and the ways in which the world bleeds into literature. To chart the expansive landscape of world literature today, Damrosch explores how writers live in two very different worlds: the world of their personal experience and the world of books that have enabled great writers to give shape and meaning to their lives. In his literary cartography, Damrosch includes compelling contemporary works as well as perennial classics, hard-bitten crime fiction as well as haunting works of fantasy, and the formative tales that introduce us as children to the world we're entering. Taken together, these eighty titles offer us fresh perspective on enduring problems, from the social consequences of epidemics to the rising inequality that Thomas More designed Utopia to combat, as well as the patriarchal structures within and against which many of these books' heroines have to struggle--from the work of Murasaki Shikibu a millennium ago to Margaret Atwood today. Around the World in 80 Books is a global invitation to look beyond ourselves and our surroundings, and to see our world and its literature in new ways.
Sleek Zelda
ListenBook is a must-have for audiobook lovers. The auto-rewind feature ensures I never miss a word. This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work!
Skylark
ListenBook's interface is sleek and user-friendly, making navigation a breeze. I love the ability to change the background color. Itβs a nice touch.
Manly
ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an essential tool for my audiobook enjoyment. No need for file conversion is a game-changer. Love using ListenBook on my iPhone. ListenBook makes organizing my audiobooks simple. The app is very user-friendly. The app is perfect for people with busy schedules. I can listen on the go.
Skittle Mine
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InsightfulInk
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Moon Cricket
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WanderWord
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WanderWord
I'm constantly amazed by the vast selection β there's always something new to discover. Effortless audiobook management β this app's usability is a triumph. The interface is sleek and modern. It's a pleasure to navigate and use the app.
Raggedy Ann
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Gold Bentley
The statistics feature on ListenBook helps me track my audiobook consumption β a fantastic way to measure my progress. Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my audiobook library look neat and professional. Listening statistics are a great motivator. Love this feature!
Candy Butcher
ListenBook's attention to detail in design and functionality sets it apart from other audiobook apps. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature simplifies the process of adding new audiobooks to my collection.
Coffee
I love that I can download content directly from the internet within the ListenBook app β so handy! ListenBook's noise reduction feature in the Pro version is a game-changer. I can now focus on the story even in noisy environments. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances the audio quality to an impressive degree. Downloading audiobooks over WiFi is super easy. Saves time.
Troublemasher
Bravo to the creators of this app β they've truly captured the essence of convenient audiobook enjoyment. The smooth playback and thoughtful design are a win. ππ The layout is not only beautiful but also intuitive. Controls are easy to access. Downloading audio from network devices is a brilliant feature. It's incredibly convenient. Elegant design and easy-to-navigate interface. Very pleased with ListenBook.
Lava Nibbler
I can't believe how easy it is to discover new titles and genres. Pure delight! Thank you for making my reading goals more achievable and enjoyable. Looping playback is a game-changer for my study routine. It helps me retain information effectively. 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 featureβit saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
Mother Hen
πΌ Elevating my work-from-home routine with this app's delightful audiobook selection! π»π Effortlessly enjoying audiobook journeys β this app's ease of use is a delight. Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a fun way to personalize the listening experience. The app's performance is top-notch. It's stable, responsive, and optimized for a seamless audiobook experience. Kudos to the developers! Binaural audio processing reduces listening fatigue. Fantastic feature!
Princess Dove
ππ Falling asleep to audiobooks has never been easier β this app's soothing voices π΄π§ This was an adequate audiobook for casual listening. The narrator maintained a consistent pace and clear diction throughout, though their performance lacked some emotional range. The audio quality was fine with no significant technical distractions.
Mafia Rapunzel
ListenBook has made my daily activities more interesting and meaningful β I'm hooked! ποΈπ§ Escaping to paradise with a beach read β this app is my vacation in audio form! ποΈπ Drag and drop downloads directly from my web browser? That's a level of convenience I appreciate.
Kazmii
This app has enriched my daily routine with the joy of stories and knowledge. Downloading over WiFi is super efficient. Saves a lot of time. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections. Decent narration, predictable story. The voice actor did a good job, but the plot followed a familiar formula. If youβre looking for something new and groundbreaking, this might not be it.
Little Cobra
I can't believe how much time I've gained by listening while cooking and doing chores. ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook enjoyment. It's an essential part of my daily routine. Adjustable playback speed is my secret weapon for covering more material in less time. A productivity boost! Download options are versatile, making it easy to get audiobooks from various sources.
Psycho Thinker
ListenBook's features are a dream come true for anyone who loves to learn on the go. I can't imagine a day without this app β it has made my audiobook journey seamless and fulfilling.
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