Book description
Henrik Ibsen (20th March, 1828 – 23rd May, 1906) is often referred to as the father of realism and ranked just below Shakespeare as Europe’s greatest ever playwright especially as his plays are performed most frequently throughout the world after Shakespeare’s. He was Norwegian and although set his plays in Norway, he wrote them in Danish and lived most of his professional life in Italy and Germany. His affect on the theatre is still evident today and shapes the distinction of plays being art as opposed to entertainment since he broke down all previous traditions and explored issues, developed characterisation, revealed uncomfortable truths, challenged assumptions and brokedown facades in ourselves as well as society. These factors are clearly demonstrated in John Gabriel Borkman, a banker who had previously been imprisoned for investing his clients money without their consent but believes himself innocent of any crime as he had not intended to steal funds or swindle them but was caught before being able to pay back the ‘loans’. Borkman is married to Gunhild but as a young man was in love with her twin, Ella who although still a part of their lives, helping to raise his son whilst he was in prison, is estranged from her twin sister. Ibsen explores the despair felt by Borkman and Ella in this play. The dramatic climax and poetic beauty of his words ensures that this lesser known Ibsen play should not be overlooked.
Freaky Ratbuster
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PP Dubs
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Demolition Queen
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Goatee Shield
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Midas
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Neophyte Believer
The variety of narrators adds a unique touch to each book, making every experience special. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my audio content much more enjoyable in noisy environments. This app is a gift for book lovers who struggle to find reading time. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature simplifies the process of adding new audiobooks to my collection.
Cumulo
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Tacklebox
is a breeze with ListenBook. It's convenient and efficient. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a game-changer. It transforms the way I enjoy my recordings. A textbook example of great audiobook narration! The performer's diction was flawless, their pacing ideal, and their emotional range impressive. I never felt like I was being "read to" but rather like I was experiencing the story firsthand. The audio engineering was equally professional.
Scuffs
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Wildcat Appaloosa
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Flash Protein
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Easy Street
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Houston
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Fadey
ListenBook's integration of artwork and metadata adds a visually appealing touch to my library. This app's compatibility with different formats has made my audiobook collection diverse and enjoyable. The app's performance is beyond impressive. It's like it's tailor-made for my device. I love the ability to import books from my computer. It’s so easy. This audiobook was neither good nor bad - simply average. The narrator's delivery was professional but uninspired, and the recording quality was clean though not exceptional. It provided satisfactory entertainment without standing out from similar titles.
Bleachers
ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an indispensable tool for my audiobook enjoyment. With this app, my audiobook library is organized and accessible, making my reading journey effortless. CUE playlist support is a rare gem. Perfect for organizing content efficiently.
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