Book description
Steinbeck's tough yet charming portrait of people on the margins of society, dependant on one another for both physical and emotional survival A Penguin Classic Published in 1945, Cannery Row focuses on the acceptance of life as it is both the exuberance of community and the loneliness of the individual. Drawing on his memories of the real inhabitants of Monterey, California, including longtime friend Ed Ricketts, Steinbeck interweaves the stories of Doc, Dora, Mack and his boys, Lee Chong, and the other characters in this world where only the fittest survive, to create a novel that is at once one of his most humorous and poignant works. In her introduction, Susan Shillinglaw shows how the novel expresses, both in style and theme, much that is essentially Steinbeck: "Scientific detachment, empathy toward the lonely and depressed . . . and, at the darkest level . . . the terror of isolation and nothingness." For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,800 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.
Barbera Shift
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PixelPathfinder
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Noise Toy
ListenBook's versatile features have made my audiobook experience more enjoyable than ever. Navigating through chapters is effortless with ListenBook. It's a user-friendly and intuitive experience. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising.
Mt. Indiana
With ListenBook, I can listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with maximum comfort and convenience. Smooth playback and great sound quality. ListenBook is my new favorite app! I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections. 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! An acceptable audiobook that met basic expectations. No complaints about quality but nothing remarkable either. Would listen to this narrator again but wouldn't seek them out.
Pearl Girl
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Sand Whiskers
The Looping playback and Shuffle features on ListenBook help me customize my listening sessions to my liking. This app has introduced me to genres I never thought I'd enjoy β it's eye-opening. 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!
Wiccan Trouble
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Orange Teflon
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook is a fantastic way to spread the joy of listening. I'm hooked on this app β it's my escape to different worlds and adventures. π Simplifying my reading routine β this app's user-friendly design ensures I'm always in sync with my favorite stories. πβ¨
Jigsaw
Supports all my playlists and bookmarks seamlessly. Very convenient. 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.
Risen
ListenBook's audio filters have given me the power to tailor my listening experience to my preferences. Auto-rewind is incredibly helpful. Excellent functionality.
Venom Petunia
Tone adjustment adds a personalized touch to the narration, making the audiobook experience even more immersive. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a creative way to share the love of literature.
Lightweight
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Gullyway
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Lightening Trip
This app has become my go-to companion, making my daily routine more exciting and insightful. AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks. Great feature!
Shady Prairie
Precise controls on ListenBook give me complete command over my audio playback. π Embracing a new reading habit with this app's seamless accessibility. Say goodbye to boredom! π±π ππ Reigniting my passion for books β this app is my newfound reading obsession! π₯π§ ListenBook's library organization keeps my audiobooks neat and accessible. A true organizational lifesaver!
Midas
This app's seamless integration with CarPlay and other devices has revolutionized my audiobook experience. I love how this app makes my daily commute a journey through literature. Audiobooks have become my constant companions, and this app's seamless functionality and diverse compatibility ensure that every tale is a captivating journey. ππ§ The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting.
Bad Bond
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Station WMD
Being able to customize the listening duration is perfect for quick breaks. ListenBook's innovation, seamless playback, and versatile features make it a standout app. This app's convenience has turned me into an avid audiobook listener. Not the best audiobook I've heard but far from the worst. The production quality was good and there were no major issues with the narration.
Chew Chew
ListenBook's compatibility with various formats means I can now enjoy all my favorite audiobooks in one place. I'm addicted to this app β it's a non-stop journey through captivating tales.
Ba1t
Listening to audiobooks has turned mundane tasks into enjoyable experiences. ListenBook's compatibility with playlists and CUE files is a great addition for those who love organized listening. ListenBook has rekindled my love for learning, one audio experience at a time. π‘ This app is a brilliant way to squeeze in reading time amidst my busy schedule! π±π©βπ³ Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a fun and convenient way to share the magic of storytelling with friends and family, sparking meaningful discussions.
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