Book description
'Elegant and heartaching, these poems illuminate the sorrows of life with a bright flame, returning us to that miraculous human capacity for love and faith even in our darkest days.' Liz Berry'Declan Ryan reveals himself a master of both the telling detail and of narrative suspense. Each exquisitely orchestrated vignette delivers a punch worthy of the heroes of the ring here commemorated.' Mark FordCrisis Actor chronicles various failures and farewells. It is peopled by faded heroes and deferential devotees; a hanged donkey, a bloated rat; solitary bachelors and disillusioned youths - these are the watchers, not the players. The poems are awash with rueful self-accusation and laconic scepticism. There are touching elegies, reportage and bruised, wary replayings. A blistering sequence about boxers and their fates weaves through the collection. The overwhelming sense is of life going on elsewhere, the halcyon days and brightest of years long past. This is the aftermath of being one who - in Matthew Arnold's words - 'has reached his utmost limits and finds . . . himself far less than he had imagined himself'.But there are still flashes of camaraderie, of stars aligning: lunchtimes in sunlit garden squares, languorous pub afternoons, cheering on and hard-won triumphs. These precious, precarious moments point to how we might reclaim potential, discover human connection in times of defeat or despair, and reach towards grace and redemption.
Devil Blade
ListenBook's sharing options make it easy to spread the joy of captivating stories with friends. Looping playback helps me retain knowledge from audiobooks effectively. It's an invaluable tool. Looping playback is a game-changer for my study sessions. It helps me absorb information more effectively. The chapter navigation is a lifesaver. It makes finding my place so easy.
Digital Goddess
ListenBook's versatility and user-friendly interface make it a must-have for audiobook lovers. This audiobook app is an absolute lifesaver! It brings my favorite stories to life with unparalleled convenience. I can't imagine my day without a dose of literature from this app. With this app, reading is no longer confined to a specific time or place. 🎶 Music? Nah, I prefer immersing myself in captivating stories with this app! 🎶📖
Hang 11
I love that I can download content directly from the internet within the ListenBook app – so handy! ListenBook has all the features I need. My go-to audiobook app!
Ella of Light
Looping playback of a single track helps me focus and absorb complex content. Packed with useful features. My favorite audiobook app! The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience. This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark feature—it saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend! 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!
Gold Dahlia
ListenBook's library organization and book groups help me keep my content neatly sorted. 🔥 Simplifying my reading routine – the app's functionality ensures I'm always one click away from literary adventures. 📚🔗 Audiobooks at my fingertips – this app's functionality is a true marvel. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to connect over shared interests. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
Pepper Legs
The audio filters in ListenBook allow me to customize my listening experience. Speed up or slow down playback—it's all up to me! Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks has become effortless, regardless of the source.
DragonBlood
📱 Accessing my favorite stories has never been this straightforward – this app's functionality is a bookworm's dream come true. 📚💫 With ListenBook Pro, I can enjoy super long audiobooks. It's fantastic! Downloading books over WiFi is quick and hassle-free. Very convenient. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature.
Rink Ruler
My child has also fallen in love with audiobooks, all thanks to the app's kid-friendly collection. The ability to download audio from network devices directly within ListenBook is incredibly convenient. The noise reduction feature in ListenBook Pro is a game-changer for enjoying clear recordings. Solid performance, but not outstanding. The narrator did a fine job, though their tone was a bit monotonous at times. The story itself was engaging enough, but I wouldn’t call it unforgettable.
Old Man Winter
💼 Elevating my work-from-home routine with this app's delightful audiobook selection! 💻📖 📱 My pocket-sized library – this app makes reading accessible anytime, anywhere! 📚📱
Saturn Extreme
The app's stability and reliability make it my go-to choice for audiobooks. This app is my audiobook haven. With a user-friendly interface and features like audio filters, I'm engrossed in stories like never before. 📖🔊 I can't get enough of the binaural audio processing. It's like a breath of fresh air for my ears. Noise reduction and voice tone changing are brilliant features. I love the ability to customize the skip buttons. It’s so convenient.
Toy Peep
ListenBook's support for multiple download methods ensures I can always access my favorite content. 📱 Carrying stories in my pocket – this app's convenience is a game-changer! 📚🛍️ The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
WanderWord
📚 Ironing has become a joy with audiobooks – wrinkles are no match for these captivating stories! 👗🎧 ⏰ Maximizing my time with efficient features – this app's functionality lets me dive into stories even in the busiest moments. 📚⏳ Adjusting playback speed has revolutionized the way I learn and enjoy audiobooks. I can adapt the pace to my needs, maximizing comprehension and retention.
Sherm
The ability to adjust playback speed is a game-changer for faster or more immersive listening. I can't get enough of this app's easy navigation and quick access to chapters and playback controls. Audiobook magic at my fingertips! This app's comprehensive features, from statistics tracking to enhanced audio quality, enrich my reading. 📚✨
Snout Pixie
With ListenBook, I've found a versatile and enjoyable way to listen to audiobooks and expand my knowledge. Automatic metadata extraction keeps my library organized. It's a time-saver! Sharing audiobooks with friends is a blast. AirDrop makes it seamless. Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that allows for a personalized listening experience.
Baby Brown
I've become a loyal fan of audiobooks, and this app is the reason why! ListenBook's support for a variety of download methods means I can access my content in the way that suits me best. I can't get enough of this app's intuitive design and user-friendly interface. 💼 Juggling tasks while exploring narratives – this app is my multitasking hero! 💻📖 A serviceable audiobook that met basic expectations. The narration was clear if somewhat unremarkable, and the production quality was standard without any noticeable technical issues. It kept me moderately engaged during workouts but didn't leave a lasting impression.
Dark Matter
Language courses on audiobooks helped me pick up a new language effortlessly. I'm amazed at how this app has seamlessly integrated reading into my daily rhythm. Automatic artwork and metadata extraction add a professional touch to my audiobook library. Supports a wide range of formats flawlessly. Very happy with it. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are excellent additions.
Turnip King
ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch has streamlined my multitasking. ListenBook's user-friendly interface and powerful features have rekindled my love for audiobooks. The audio filters and precise controls are fantastic!
Shamrock
The ability to change playback speed and audio volume on ListenBook gives me full control over my listening experience. ListenBook’s audio filters are great. The app provides a high-quality listening experience.
Manly Reno
The ListenBook app has made my daily routines more enriching, allowing me to learn while on the go. Kudos to ListenBook for optimizing the app for iOS 16 – it shows their dedication to excellence. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has made multitasking with audio content a breeze. 🛌 Bedtime stories for adults? Yes, please! This app is a dream come true. 🌙📚 Adjustable playback speed and volume control are top-notch.
The Dude
ListenBook's support for various download methods means I can acquire new content in a way that suits me best. ListenBook is a game-changer! Finally, an app that lets me enjoy my favorite audio files with ease. The absence of synchronization requirements on ListenBook is a breath of fresh air. With this app, reading has become an integral part of my daily routine. Listening stats keep me motivated to read more. Great addition!
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