Book description
'Late one evening the telephone rings, and on the line is a stranger. They tell you that your nine-year-old son gave them your number. Your heart stops. You tell them that your son has been dead for almost 20 years. They know this, they say. He wants you to come and see him.' What do you do when reality begins to fray around you? Where do you go when science cannot explain your experiences? The Society for Psychical Research was founded in 1882 to tackle these very questions and to shine light on the shadowy world of the supernatural. Distinguished members have included prime ministers and Nobel Prize-winning scientists. But the most prolific of all the SPR's paranormal investigators was a young British naval officer named Tony Cornell. A rationalist and a sceptic he became haunted by a wartime encounter in India that changed everything . Between 1950 and 2010 he became perhaps the world's most prolific investigator of psychic phenomena and paranormal events. Alongside his colleague, the psychologist Alan Gauld, they combined the roles of detectives, exorcists and psychiatrists, returning time and again to the unsettling spaces that exist on the very periphery of our tidy, rational lives: Ghosts. Poltergeists. Psychic powers. Drawing on a previously untapped archive of Cornell's case files, which survive as a unique repository of encounters reported by ordinary people, Chasing the Dark is the compelling story of our relationship with the supernatural. What do these atmospheric and often chilling cases teach us about who we are, and the anxieties that consume us? And why do the dead still find ways to make themselves known?
Tall Sally
I'm no longer missing out on great stories β this app fits perfectly into my lifestyle. I can't believe how much more I'm 'reading' now, thanks to this app. ListenBook's sharing options make it easy for me to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts.
Marine Dre
With this app, I've unlocked the secret to reading even on the busiest days. Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that allows for a personalized listening experience.
Nacho
I used to struggle to find time for books β now, I listen while doing chores! Thank you for making literature more accessible, enjoyable, and immersive. This app is a game-changer! I've never experienced such a smooth audiobook player. The playback is seamless. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling with friends and family. It fosters connections and conversations.
ThoughtTraveler
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Mantis Queen
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Canary Apple Red
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Mule Skinner
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Marshmallow Treat
ListenBook's absence of synchronization requirements adds to its convenience and flexibility. With ListenBook, my audio content is organized, accessible, and ready to inspire me.
Grinch Cheese
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Seal Snake
ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay has made my drives more informative. This app has made me realize that I don't need a lot of time to read.
Bowler
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M8deUp
With this app, I'm discovering the joy of reading during my commutes. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
M8deUp
Gone are the days of straining my eyes to read β this app lets me 'read' with my ears, anywhere, anytime. ListenBook has made my daily commutes enjoyable. No more boredom!
Dark Burn
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Reno Monarch
Thanks to ListenBook, I'm now exploring different genres and formats I never thought I would. ListenBook has made managing and enjoying audiobooks, lectures, and speeches effortless and enjoyable.
Sweetness
ListenBook's dedication to excellence shines through in its impeccable audio quality and user-friendly features. Effortlessly switching between stories β this app's ease of use is impressive. Unlocking a world of literary wonders β this app's extensive format support and user-centric approach have rekindled my love for books. π±π ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch adds convenience to my audiobook routine. I love the ability to import books from my computer. Itβs so easy.
Murder Matter
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Screwtape
This app has reignited my passion for reading, and I'm forever grateful. The narrators' voices on this app are so soothing β it's my relaxation therapy. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer for improving audio quality and clarity.
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