Book description
Off-beat, irreverent and subversive - a Jewish family memoir about convenient delusions and unsayable truths, from the acclaimed author of the cult classic novel, Submarine'The best book I've read in the past year . . . A masterpiece' Financial Times'A slippery marvel [and] a quixotic voyage into the heart of 20th-century darkness' Observer'Poignant and profound, comic and unconventional - and genuinely, searingly meaningful' The New York TimesJoe Dunthorne had always wanted to write about his great-grandfather, Siegfried: an eccentric scientist who invented radioactive toothpaste and a Jewish refugee from the Nazis who returned to Germany under cover of the Berlin Olympics to pull off a heist on his own home.The only problem was that Siegfried had already written the book of his life - an unpublished, two-thousand page memoir so dry and rambling that none of his living descendants had managed to read it. And, as it turned out when Joe finally read the manuscript himself, it told a very different story from the one he thought he knew...Thus begins a mystery which stretches across the twentieth century and around the world, from Berlin to Ankara, New York, Glasgow and eventually London - a mystery about the production of something much more sinister than toothpaste. On the trail of one 'jolly grandpa' with a patchy psychiatric history and an encyclopaedic knowledge of poison gases, Joe Dunthorne is forced to confront the uncomfortable questions that lie at the heart of every family. Can we ever understand where we come from? Is every family in the end a work of fiction? And even if the truth can be found - will we be able to live with it?Children of Radium is a remarkable, searching meditation on individual and collective inheritance. Witty and wry, deeply humane and endlessly surprising, it considers the long half-life of trauma, the weight of guilt and the ever-evasive nature of the truth.
Old Man Winter
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Goldman
I can't believe how much time I've saved thanks to this efficient app! Sharing audiobooks with friends is a blast. AirDrop makes it seamless. ListenBook has made my daily commutes so much more enjoyable. I look forward to listening every day!
IdeaAlchemy
Drag and drop downloads are so convenient. No more messing around with complicated steps. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to create curated listening experiences for different moods and settings. The app is perfect for people with visual impairments. It’s so easy to navigate. One of the best audiobooks I’ve heard! The story was compelling, and the narrator’s delivery added depth to every scene. I found myself looking for excuses to listen just a little longer. Will definitely revisit this one!
Morbid Angel
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Star Jammer
Mood-based playlists help me choose books that suit my current state of mind. ListenBook's intuitive controls and beautiful layout make my audiobook experience a delightful one. With this app, I've rediscovered the joy of reading through my ears, making every moment more valuable. 📱 Carrying stories in my pocket – this app's convenience is a game-changer! 📚🛍️ Noise reduction and tone changing are awesome features.
Petite Flurry
The extensive statistics feature on ListenBook helps me track my audiobook consumption habits – so cool! Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a game-changer. It transforms the way I enjoy my recordings. ListenBook has united my love for audiobooks with my passion for learning. What a brilliant app! The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time. I’ve been using ListenBook for months, and it’s been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesn’t drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
Parallax Sugar
📚 The simplicity and functionality of this app are top-notch. I can start a book with just a tap and immerse myself in the story instantly. 📱📖 ListenBook’s support for CarPlay and Apple Watch is fantastic. I can listen anywhere. ListenBook’s playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature.
Bambi Wings
I can't believe how much more I'm 'reading' now, all thanks to this app. This app's compatibility with different devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks anywhere, anytime. Audiobook joy made simple – this app's ease of use is a true marvel. I love the ability to import books from my computer. It’s so easy.
Star Jammer
With ListenBook, my daily commutes have become a cherished time for learning and enjoyment. ListenBook's Pro version is worth every penny. The noise reduction feature makes even noisy environments an ideal place for immersive listening. The tone adjustment feature in ListenBook Pro is a novel addition that allows me to personalize my audiobook experience. I'm so glad I chose the audiobook version! The narrator added layers of meaning I might have missed reading silently. Their interpretation of the material felt thoughtful and authentic. The recording was technically perfect - no reverb, no peaking, just clean, pleasant audio.
Mafia Princess
I'm amazed at how this app has turned my errands into exciting reading sessions. This audiobook was a fantastic listen! The narrator's voice was clear and engaging, making it easy to follow along. The pacing was just right—not too fast, not too slow. Perfect for long commutes or relaxing at home. Highly recommend!
Thumb Candy
🎙️ Elevating grocery shopping to a whole new level – audiobooks make it an adventure! 🛒📚 Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a game-changer. It transforms the way I enjoy my recordings.
Shay
This app is a book lover's dream come true – a vast library right at your fingertips. I can't believe how much I've learned and enjoyed through this app's audiobooks. I love how I can adjust the skip intervals. It’s perfect for my listening style. Highly engaging! The combination of a well-written story and skilled narration made this audiobook hard to pause. I finished it much faster than I expected because I just couldn’t stop listening.
Acetic Princess
Seamless audiobook integration – this app's functionality is truly remarkable. ListenBook has redefined my audiobook experience. It's an essential tool that enhances every listening session. The app's integration with Apple Watch makes it an indispensable tool for my active lifestyle.
Disco Potato
ListenBook's compatibility with playlists and CUE files is a great addition for those who love organized listening. ListenBook's looping playback, shuffle feature, and configurable controls make learning a breeze. 🚗 Transforming long drives into memorable journeys through the magic of audiobooks! 🚗📚 ListenBook's user-friendly interface and quick access to chapters enhance my overall listening experience. ListenBook is packed with useful features. It’s the best audiobook app I’ve used.
Rusty Vortex
The captivating narrators make each story come alive in a unique way. Listening to audiobooks with my kids has become a cherished bonding activity. With this app, I've discovered a whole new way to enjoy literature. From novels to speeches, this app's versatility in playing various audio formats has turned my daily activities into enriching listening sessions. What a game-changer! 🌟📚
Buckshot
Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks has never been easier or more convenient. The variety of supported formats means I can enjoy audiobooks from different sources hassle-free. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time. The app never crashes. It’s reliable and stable. Middle-of-the-road experience. The audiobook was fine—good narration, decent story—but it didn’t leave a lasting impression. If you’re looking for something low-commitment, this works.
Lady Petal
This app has made me realize that I don't need a lot of time to read. Makes listening to audiobooks so easy and enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook! The app is so well-designed. It’s clear the developers put a lot of thought into it. A perfectly acceptable audiobook that fulfilled its purpose. The narration was competent if not particularly memorable, and the production quality was standard for the genre. It served as decent background entertainment during mundane tasks.
Toy Peep
Thanks to ListenBook, I'm now exploring different genres and formats I never thought I would. ListenBook has breathed new life into my audiobook collection. I can't imagine using anything else. The adjustable playback speed feature is a true innovation. It adds a personalized touch to my listening. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple.
Grotas
🎧 My daily chores just got an upgrade! Thanks to this app, I can dive into captivating stories while cooking and cleaning. 📚🍳 Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a thoughtful and enjoyable way to share my favorite stories with friends and introduce them to new worlds of literature. Downloading over WiFi is quick and efficient. Saves a lot of time.
Raggedy Ann
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a fantastic way to spread the joy of audiobooks. ListenBook has rekindled my love for learning, one audio experience at a time. I'm on a literary adventure wherever I go, all thanks to this app. Its extensive format support and effortless navigation make audiobook listening a breeze. 🌟📚
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