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.
Hemingway Mirmillone
I can't believe how much time I've gained by listening while cooking and doing chores. ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting. An unobjectionable but unexceptional audiobook experience. The narrator's performance was serviceable and the audio quality was fine, but nothing about the production particularly stood out or elevated the material. It was decent background listening.
Polar Bee
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Lightweight
This app has made waiting in lines and queues an opportunity for exploration and enjoyment. I'm amazed at how this app has made reading a seamless part of my life. ListenBook has become my ultimate audiobook companion. It enhances every listening session. Flawless support for various audio formats. Very happy with it.
Stud muffin
ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay makes my daily commute a delightful opportunity to indulge in audiobooks. I don't have strong feelings about this one either way. The narration was competent but forgettable. The story itself was more engaging than the performance.
QuestQuill
I can't believe how much I've learned and enjoyed through this app's audiobooks. is a breeze with ListenBook. It's convenient and reliable. The audio filters to adjust playback speed and volume are a fantastic addition for customizing my experience. Binaural audio processing is amazing. Reduced my listening fatigue significantly.
Fast FLAK
is a time-saver. It's convenient for accessing my content. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a wonderful way to spread the love of literature.
Sokol
The captivating narrators make each story come alive in a unique way. I'm amazed at how this app's narrators bring characters and stories to life. 📱 An app that respects my time and delivers on functionality – audiobook listening has never been this effortless. 📖🔗 I've never experienced such silky-smooth playback even with high-quality FLAC files. Perfect for both first-time listeners and audiobook veterans! The narrator's warm, inviting tone made this an incredibly comfortable listening experience. I particularly appreciated how well they handled dialogue - each character felt distinct without being cartoonish. The pacing kept me engaged throughout.
Doll Champagne
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Alberta
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Digital Goddess
The ability to adjust playback speed is a game-changer for faster or more immersive listening. Listened to this on a road trip and it made the hours fly by. Even my passengers who weren't following along commented on how nice the narrator's voice was.
Proper
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Take Away
ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an essential tool for my audiobook enjoyment. ListenBook has made my daily routines more vibrant and exciting with its immersive features. ListenBook has become an essential part of my daily routine. It's like having a library on my phone! Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are excellent additions. ListenBook makes organizing my audiobooks simple. The app is very user-friendly.
Pop Bee
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Rooster
I can't believe how much more productive I am – I'm learning and growing while multitasking! 🎉 Rekindling my literary flame – this app has brought back the joy of reading in a whole new format. 📖🚀 Say hello to audiobook nirvana! This app's user-friendly design and comprehensive features have made my reading routine smoother than ever. 🌌📚 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.
Whip Chu
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun and interactive way to connect. Automatic metadata extraction is a time-saver. My library is finally well-organized. Great for both casual listening and studying. The audio filters are a nice touch. Incredible character voices! Each person felt distinct without being over-the-top. The emotional scenes gave me chills with how well they were delivered.
ByteBard
ListenBook's support for various audio formats makes it a versatile app for all kinds of audiobook enthusiasts. I can't imagine my life without this app – it has made audiobook enjoyment effortless and convenient. 🚶♀️🎧 Walking has never been this productive – exploring new worlds while I exercise! 🏞️💫 🚶♀️🎧 Strolling through captivating narratives while I take my daily walks – pure bliss! 🏞️📚 Noise reduction and tone changing enhance the listening experience. Love it!
NexusNinja
With ListenBook, I can enjoy a wide range of audiobook formats without any hassle, making my listening experience seamless. 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 feature—it saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
Rummy Stickers
Navigating my audiobook library is a breeze – thank you, app developers! The compatibility with Apple Watch is a huge plus. I can control my audiobooks from my wrist! Playlists and bookmarks are super helpful. Love using ListenBook! Sharing books with friends via AirDrop is so convenient. Thanks, ListenBook!
Bazooka Har-de-har
🚶♂️🌟 Staying entertained during leisurely walks – audiobooks make outdoor time delightful! 🚶♂️🎧 Adjusting the tone of the voice is genius. It's like having a customizable audiobook narrator. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Sleepwalker
With ListenBook, I can keep track of my audiobook consumption and explore new content with ease. 🎙️ The app's functionality is a true work of art – it enhances the audiobook experience and brings stories to life. 📚🎨 Effortlessly managing my audiobook collection – this app's functionality is a winner. Beautiful design and intuitive interface. Very pleased. Great for listening to lectures and educational content. Very useful!
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