Book description
With high hopes, Captain Riber embarks with his young bride Aurora on a voyage to exotic destinations. But they are an ill-matched pair; her naive illusions are shattered by the realities of married life and the seediness of society in foreign ports, whilst his hopes of domestic bliss are frustrated by his wife's unhappiness. Life on board ship becomes a private hell, as Aurora's obsession with Riber's adventures as a carefree bachelor begins to undermine his sanity. Ultimately both are betrayed by a hypocritical society which imposes a warped view of sexuality on its most vulnerable members.
Amalie Skram was a contemporary of Henrik Ibsen, and like him a fierce critic of repressive social mores and hypocrisy. Many of her works make an impassioned statement on the way women of all classes are imprisoned in their social roles, contributing to the great debate about sexual morality which engaged so many Nordic writers in the late nineteenth century. Her female characters are independent, rebellious, even reckless; but their upbringing and their circumstances combine to deny them the fulfilment their creator so painfully won for herself.
Yellow Menace
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Red Delicious
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Sky Bully
ListenBook's support for a variety of download methods means I can access my content in the way that suits me best. I'm amazed at how this app's narrators bring characters and stories to life. Audiobook multitasking simplified – this app's ease of use is a true asset. Chapters make it so easy to pick up where I left off. No more hunting around.
Demolition Queen
Binaural audio processing on ListenBook is a thoughtful addition that keeps my ears comfortable during extended listening sessions. Love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Friday Fox
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Pluto
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CuriousCoder
Hands down, the best audiobook collection I've ever come across. It has everything I want to listen to. The ability to highlight passages and take notes while listening is a fantastic feature. Kudos to the developers for creating an app that caters to audiobook lovers like me. From sleek design to functional features, it's a true gem. 💎📚 I'm impressed with the wide range of supported formats. Finally, an app that plays all my audiobooks flawlessly.
EchoEmissary
Kudos to the creators for making literature so accessible and enjoyable. This app has introduced me to authors I'd never heard of – now they're my favorites! 💼 Enhancing work-from-home productivity – audiobooks make even the most routine tasks a delight. 💻📖 ListenBook's detailed statistics feature helps me keep track of my listening habits. It's amazing to see how much I've learned from all those audiobooks! No more fussing with synchronization – this app just gets it done!
Onion King
Easy sharing with friends via AirDrop. Very convenient. I've listened to hundreds of audiobooks, and this one stands out for its professional quality. The narrator struck the ideal balance between dramatic interpretation and letting the text speak for itself. The audio engineering was superb with consistent volume levels and crystal-clear recording. It was fine. The narrator did an adequate job but nothing about the performance particularly stood out to me. Got me through my commute though.
Flashpoint
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Clover Dragon
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Prone
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Kimono Goddess
I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend! Not bad, but not amazing either. The narrator’s voice was pleasant, though some parts felt a bit rushed. The story had its moments, but I wouldn’t necessarily recommend it over similar titles in the genre.
Kimono Goddess
ListenBook's dedication to delivering a top-notch experience is evident in every detail. With this app, I can read anytime, anywhere – it's a reader's dream come true. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature.
Atomic Blastoid
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Fire Fish
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Show Boat
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Pearl Girl
Noise reduction on ListenBook enhances the clarity of dictaphone recordings, allowing me to enjoy content even in noisy environments. ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have transformed my listening sessions into immersive journeys. I'm addicted to this app's ability to turn mundane moments into opportunities for intellectual growth. 💡 This app truly understands the needs of audiobook enthusiasts – it delivers an effortless and enjoyable listening experience. 📚🎧 The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple.
Black Hole Necromancer
I love how this app allows me to enjoy books even when I'm on the move. Download options are versatile, making it easy to get audiobooks from various sources. Adjustable playback speed and volume control make for a customized experience.
Goldman
The sound quality is outstanding – it's like having a movie theater in my ears! This app is a game-changer for audiobook enthusiasts. The interface is intuitive, and the playback is seamless! Makes listening to audiobooks so easy and enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook! I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to jump between sections. I've found my new favorite narrator! Their voice was perfectly suited to this material, with just the right blend of authority and approachability. The production quality was broadcast-level - no distracting breaths, clicks, or inconsistent volume. Already looking for more of their work.
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