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?
DriftDetector
ListenBook's support for various download methods means I can acquire new content in a way that suits me best. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a fantastic addition that enhances my audio experience. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances the audio quality to an impressive degree. Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that allows for a personalized listening experience. I love the variety of themes available. It makes the app feel personalized.
Pixie Taze
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Married Man
Looping playback has made memorization so much easier. I'm acing my exams! The intuitive chapter navigation and quick access to controls make my audiobook experience seamless. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Seal Snake
ListenBook's dedication to delivering an exceptional experience is evident in every detail. This app's compatibility with various devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I am. With ListenBook, downloading audiobooks has become hassle-free, thanks to the various download options. Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a creative feature that adds a personal touch to the experience. The app is perfect for people with visual impairments. Itβs so easy to navigate.
ThreadTrail
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Sneaky Lady
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Drugstore Cowboy
ListenBook's audio filters are a fantastic addition, enhancing the sound quality of my audio files. Audiobook multitasking made simple β this app's design is a game-changer. Effortless and enriching β that's how I'd describe my experience with this app. Its smooth interface and thoughtful features have set the bar high for audiobook enjoyment. π±π
Tacklebox
ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have transformed my listening sessions into immersive journeys. π± No more lugging around heavy books β this app brings the library to my phone! ππ± Audiobooks made accessible β this app's ease of use is a true blessing. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my audiobook library look organized and visually appealing. Iβm so impressed with ListenBook. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Highly recommend this app!
Fire Queen
ππ Embarking on literary journeys even with my eyes closed β bedtime stories have taken a new form with this app! π΄π§ π Rekindling my literary flame β this app has brought back the joy of reading in a whole new format. ππ I love the variety of themes available. It makes the app feel personalized.
Snapdragon
The quality of the audio is top-notch, making the experience truly immersive. Effortlessly enjoying audiobook journeys β this app's ease of use is a winner. Library organization has never been this easy. My audiobook collection is finally tidy. Bookmarks are a fantastic organizational tool. They help me keep track of important moments in my audiobooks. 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.
Mafia Rapunzel
This app has introduced me to authors I'd never heard of β now they're my favorites! This app's seamless integration with CarPlay and other devices has revolutionized my audiobook experience. The compatibility with Apple Watch is a game-changer. Controlling my audiobooks from my wrist is genius. Flawless support for various audio formats. Highly satisfied.
Fire Feline
The ability to listen to books while multitasking is a game-changer for me. Thank you for making literature more accessible, enjoyable, and immersive. This app is a game-changer! I love the ability to customize the skip buttons. Itβs so convenient. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
Whistler
π§ Immerse yourself in stories effortlessly β this app's functionality is the gateway to endless audiobook adventures. ππ The app is perfect for people who love to read but donβt have the time.
Black Fantastic
ListenBook's noise reduction feature in the Pro version is a testament to the app's commitment to audio quality. With its powerful audio downloading features, I can have my favorite audiobooks ready to go, anytime and anywhere.
Plum Moon
This app has made my road trips and flights infinitely more enjoyable. I'm amazed at this app's ability to transport me to different worlds through stories.
RDTN
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a fantastic way to spread the joy. ListenBook has taken my audio content to new heights, making every moment more meaningful.
Sass Burst
This app has made my road trips and flights infinitely more enjoyable. ListenBook has become my workout buddy. It's seamlessly integrated with Apple Watch. The app's integration with Apple Watch makes it an indispensable tool for my active lifestyle. The playback history is a great feature. I can easily revisit my favorite parts.
Moon Peaches
This app is a game-changer for busy individuals who miss reading. Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
Chip Queen
ListenBook's sleek design and intuitive controls make it my go-to app for audiobooks. Finally, an app that understands the power of CUE playlists. Perfect for organizing. ListenBook has revolutionized the way I consume content. It's like having a personal tutor in my ear.
New York Winder
ListenBook Pro offers amazing value with unlimited audiobook length and noise reduction features. I love how I can adjust the skip intervals. Itβs perfect for my listening style. The app is perfect for road trips. It keeps me entertained for hours. Good but not great. The narration was competent but lacked the extra spark that makes some audiobooks truly special. Still worth a listen though.
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