Book description
Following open heart surgery, poet and writer Peter Carpenter was given one instruction - 'Walk, if you want to stay on this planet'. And so when his hero and inspiration David Bowie died in 2016, he knew what he had to do. The man who was to so many a companion and guide had left no shrine, no focal point of understanding. To reconnect with Bowie, he would take a walk into the past, to the streets, towns and places where David Jones became something more. Walking to recover, to stay alive, Peter realised he was also recovering his lost hero. Leaving behind Heddon Street and Brixton, well-known Bowie shrines, he moved out through South London edgelands and suburbia to remoter Bowie haunts: Croydon, Aylesbury, Pett Level, Southend-on-Sea. Finding the windows Bowie had stared out from in Clareville Grove; the streets in Beckenham where he'd scurried by. He sifted through debris on a patch of waste ground in Tunbridge Wells where Bowie's parents first met. He turned the handle and entered Shirley Parish Hall to find the same stage where a young Davy Jones and the Kon-Rads set up to play back in 1962; and travelled to Berlin, to emerge from the S-Bahn to gape at the ruined portico of the Anhalter Bahnhof and asked 'What is this?' In Bowieland, Carpenter's peripatetic trampings seem to echo Bowie's own wandering creative spirit, the walks often uncovering hidden layers, and making fresh connections to key Bowie stories, revealing influences conscious and subconscious. Through walking, an understanding is reached of where Bowie sits in the culture, his place among the poets, painters, artists and musicians who came before him, who inhabited the same spaces and in doing so passed on their wisdom to Bowie. Through Carpenter's travels these suburban lands became a new, very real place, that anyone can visit if they take the time... Welcome to 'Bowieland'
CosPlatoon
The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that enhances my listening experience. It's these thoughtful touches that matter! ListenBook has transformed my daily routine into an opportunity to learn, relax, and enjoy. Looping playback is an invaluable tool for my study sessions. It helps me grasp complex concepts. The equalizer is a great addition. It really enhances the audio quality.
Coma Stalk
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Lady Killer
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Skirble
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Red Pepper
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Contrary Mary
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Mosquit-No
The diverse range of narrators adds a new layer of depth to each story. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch adds convenience to my audiobook routine. ListenBook's versatility with various audio formats means I can enjoy audiobooks from multiple sources effortlessly. Great app for audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook supports a wide range of formats.
Gov Skull
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Zorkle Sporkle
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Scooby Did
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Grabber
Audiobooks have become my favorite workout companions, making exercise a breeze. The ability to adjust playback speed is a game-changer for faster or more immersive listening.
Coffee
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Mindless Bobcat
Effortlessly managing my audiobook library β this app's design is commendable. I love the car mode. Itβs so convenient for listening while driving.
NexusNavigator
I'm exploring new genres and authors I wouldn't have considered otherwise. Audiobooks on this app have made my morning rituals something to look forward to. ListenBook is a game-changer β it plays a wide variety of formats without any conversion needed.
Greek Rifle
This app's convenience has turned me into an avid audiobook listener. Finally, an app that supports all audiobook formats. It's a dream come true for audiophiles like me. Love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device. The app is perfect for people who love to read but donβt have the time.
HOV
With this app, I've rediscovered the joy of literature during my daily walks β it's truly invigorating. No more hassle with formats β this app ensures my audiobook adventures are smooth, and my favorite tales are just a tap away. Highly recommended! ππ§ Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of reading. A middle-of-the-road audiobook that neither impressed nor disappointed. The narrator's voice was agreeable enough for extended listening, though their character differentiation could have been stronger. The production met basic industry standards without any standout qualities.
Snapple Whistler
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MeeP
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Sweetness
Audiobooks have made my long drives enjoyable, and this app is my co-pilot. As a visually impaired person, this app has opened up a new world of stories for me. It's impressive how the app caters to both seasoned readers and newcomers. π Making each day a new chapter β this app keeps me hooked from morning to night! ππ Adjusting the tone of the voice is a unique and fun feature. I can customize the narration to my liking.
CuriousCoder
ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback options are essential for my audiobook enjoyment and study. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay is a huge plus during long drives.
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