Book description
Liguria, Italy. In a mountain village sits an old farmhouse that stores the memories of those who have lived there and suffers the tales of the visitors who come and go. The house weaves its magic on all who encounter it.New owners move in and over time become entangled with a parade of oddball characters. From pagan ritual to the antics of modern village life, the clash between outsiders and locals, Commedia Mortale seeks to understand what is authentic in both: the tall tales of ageing Second World War Partisans, the dreams of a chef to travel to parts unknown supported by a Greek chorus of drunks, a talking parrot, and asylum-seeking footballers with their own dreams, and miraculously a visit to the village by Anthony Bourdain himself. Parsed through the eyes of a film maker, the ultimate outsider, Commedia Mortale summons dreams of kinship and nightmares of enmity. Ranging across philosophy, food, history, love, loss and landscape, Holloway conjures up a unique portrait of a place, the fables of its past and the dilemma of how to live now.
Terror Master
The app is perfect for people with visual impairments. It’s so easy to navigate. The app is perfect for people who love to read but don’t have the time.
Sun Leo
Audiobooks at my fingertips – this app's functionality is truly impressive. Quick access to chapters and controls ensures a seamless listening experience with ListenBook. It's effortless to use. 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.
Berlin Kamikaze
I love the statistics feature. It’s fun to see how much I’ve listened. I love the ability to customize the skip buttons. It’s so convenient.
Icy Avenger
This app has transformed my long flights into productive and enjoyable experiences. With this app, my daily commute has transformed into an engaging journey through captivating stories. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a true savior for immersive listening, even in busy surroundings. This was an adequate audiobook for casual listening. The narrator maintained a consistent pace and clear diction throughout, though their performance lacked some emotional range. The audio quality was fine with no significant technical distractions.
Sugar Man
This app has become my loyal companion during travels and relaxation times. This app has turned even my mundane tasks into exciting learning opportunities. Audiobook immersion made simple – this app's ease of use is commendable. Efficiency meets audiobooks – this app's functionality is a true winner. Finally, an app that understands the power of CUE playlists. Perfect for organizing.
Switch
ListenBook's compatibility with various formats ensures that my audio needs are met. Looping playback is a study aid sent from heaven. It's helping me ace my exams! Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment enhance the listening experience significantly. The app is so well-designed. It’s clear the developers put a lot of thought into it. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars!
Mafia Rapunzel
ListenBook's dedication to delivering a high-quality playback experience sets it apart from other apps. ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have taken my audiobook journey to new heights. I'm amazed at how this app has made reading a seamless part of my life. Navigating through my audiobook library is a joy with this app's intuitive interface and easy controls. It's like having a personal reading companion at my side. 📱📖 ListenBook is a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. It's reliable, versatile, and a pleasure to use.
Slug-em-dog
I've found solace and relaxation in the pages of countless audiobooks. I'm blown away by the app's performance. It's fast, reliable, and tailored for audiobook lovers.
Danqqqqq
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Sir Shark
ListenBook is the perfect blend of technology and art, turning audio into an unforgettable experience. ListenBook's compatibility with various formats ensures that my audio needs are met.
Squatch
I can't believe how much more productive I am – I'm learning and growing while multitasking! The statistics feature is brilliant. I love seeing how much time I spend on audiobooks with ListenBook. The sound quality is excellent. It feels like I’m in the story.
Shay
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LuminaLore
Navigating audiobooks seamlessly – this app's design is top-notch. Adjusting playback speed has given me greater control over my audiobook experience. I can optimize my learning and enjoyment by customizing the pacing.
Freesia
With ListenBook, I've found a way to make the most of my free time while indulging in my love for audiobooks. Library organization is brilliant. No more cluttered audiobook collection. This app is perfect for audiobook lovers. The interface is beautiful and easy to navigate. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile. Good for background listening. I didn’t get fully immersed, but it was pleasant enough to have on while doing chores. The narrator’s voice was easy to listen to, even if the delivery lacked some energy.
Mrs. Voltage
The extensive audiobook collection for children is a blessing for my little ones. 🏝️🎧 Soaking up the sun while indulging in beach reads – this app is my ultimate relaxation companion. 🏖️📚 Love the silky-smooth playback and easy-to-use interface. ListenBook is the best! ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches. The app is perfect for long walks. It keeps me company the whole time.
The Belgian
The ListenBook app has transformed my device into a treasure trove of knowledge and entertainment. With ListenBook, my daily commutes have become a cherished time for learning and enjoyment. ListenBook is fantastic! Supports every audiobook format I have. Super 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.
CuriousCrafter
ListenBook's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically adds a visual touch to my audiobook collection. Bookmarking my favorite parts of audiobooks is now a breeze. Love this feature! The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices.
Tin Fox
The app's layout is clean and intuitive, making it a pleasure to navigate. Efficiency meets audiobooks – this app's functionality is a true winner. Tone adjustment is such a unique feature. It's like customizing the narrator's voice.
LuminaLore
ListenBook's thoughtful inclusion of chapters, controls, and filters has enhanced my audiobook experience. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a fantastic way to spread the joy of audiobooks. 🎧 Finally, an app that understands my need for convenience and ease of use! Audiobooks have never been this accessible. 📚📱 Sharing audiobooks with friends is a breeze thanks to ListenBook Pro's AirDrop and sharing options. Spread the joy of a good story! Easy access to chapters and silky-smooth playback. Love it!
Iron Jesus
Audiobooks anytime, anywhere – this app's functionality is a reader's delight. The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook library. A wonderful performance! The narrator captured the mood of the book perfectly, making it easy to visualize each scene. The audio quality was crisp, and the pacing kept me hooked from start to finish.
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