Book description
'Paul Baker captures essence of an essentially uncapturable phenomenon making it just knowable enough for all. My dear, she's on fire!' DAMIAN BARR'The following things have seemed impossibly camp to me at one point or another: a doll whose body acts as a cover for a toilet roll, a tantrum over wire coat hangers, a 1950s muscle magazine featuring a photo of a young man dressed as a gladiator, and a rat underneath a silver serving platter'An essential reappraisal of camp across time and across the globe, from the author of Fabulosa! and Outrageous!Camp has been an inescapable part of popular culture for at least the last 150 years. Famously unrestrained and ever evolving, it has not only captured the cultural imagination, but also played an important role as a form of protest and resistance. Paul Baker takes us through camp's rebellious and revolutionary past with warmth, humour and sensitivity, starting with the court of Louis XIV and the dandies of the eighteenth century through to Showgirls, Harlem's drag balls and Columbian telenovelas.Throughout its history, camp has been a place of refuge and renewal, of heroism and hedonism. This glorious celebration traces camp's journey from the fringes of society to the mainstream.
Maple Destroyer
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The Final Judgement
I love how ListenBook caters to various formats, making it versatile and accommodating for all my audiobooks. I'm blown away by how this app has revolutionized my reading experience. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of storytelling with friends.
Lord Nikon
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Toy Peep
The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple. I was thoroughly impressed by this audiobook. The combination of engaging content and skilled narration made my daily commute something to look forward to. The narrator's timing and intonation were spot-on, enhancing rather than distracting from the material. Definitely worth a credit!
Star Sword
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Shooter
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Centurion Sherman
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Shay
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Gr8 Flick
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Sloth
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Engine Eye
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Mr. Thanksgiving
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Kingfisher
ListenBook's support for various download methods and audio formats ensures that I can always find what I'm looking for. I love how ListenBook caters to various formats, making it versatile and accommodating for all my audiobooks. 🎉 Finding the perfect audiobook is a breeze with this app's robust search and recommendation features. My reading list has never been better! 📚💫 Audiobook multitasking made easy – this app's functionality is top-notch. Absolutely loved the narration! The voice actor brought the characters to life with distinct tones and emotions. The production quality was top-notch, with no background noise or distractions. A truly immersive experience!
Bazooka Har-de-har
This app is not just about convenience – it's a gateway to new horizons of knowledge. I'm addicted to this app's seamless integration with my daily routines and activities. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personal touch to my experience. ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a dream come true for those epic tales. It's like having a personal audiobook library in your pocket.
RedFeet
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RiddleRover
Listening to audiobooks on this app has become my favorite way to relax. The statistics feature in ListenBook adds an element of self-awareness to my audiobook consumption. A masterclass in audiobook narration! The performer maintained perfect consistency in character voices throughout while keeping the main narration clear and engaging. The production was flawless - no weird edits or background noise. I'll be seeking out more works by this narrator.
Cross Thread
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Devine Melon
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Pop Bee
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Daisy Stick
ListenBook's drag and drop downloads from web browsers are a time-saving feature I can't live without. ListenBook's support for various formats means I can explore a wide range of content without limitations. The app is perfect for long walks. It keeps me company the whole time. The narrator's voice took some getting used to - a bit nasal at first - but I grew to like it after a few chapters. Their pacing was excellent throughout.
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