Book description
If you're into classic sci-fi with a wicked sense of humor, Robert Sheckley's "Citizen in Space" is absolutely worth your time - especially in audiobook form where the narrator can really bring out those sardonic twists that make his work so memorable.
Sheckley was genuinely one of the greats when it came to blending absurd situations with sharp social commentary. This collection showcases exactly why he earned the title of Author Emeritus from the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America. The guy had this incredible knack for taking everyday frustrations and blowing them up to cosmic proportions.
What really works in audio format is how each story builds this perfect little universe of bureaucratic nonsense and existential weirdness. You've got pieces like "The Accountant" and "A Thief in Time" that play with concepts we think we understand, then flip them completely sideways. The humor doesn't feel dated either - probably because human nature hasn't changed much, even if we've figured out space travel.
The narration here does a solid job of keeping pace with Sheckley's quick wit without overselling the jokes. There's something satisfying about hearing these stories unfold rather than reading them, especially when you hit those moments where the protagonist realizes they're completely out of their depth in the most ridiculous circumstances imaginable.
For anyone who enjoys their science fiction with a side of satire, this collection delivers consistently entertaining absurdity that still manages to say something meaningful about society. Sheckley's influence is all over modern sci-fi comedy, so it's worth experiencing the original master at work.
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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
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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