Book description
Dead Souls, by Nikolai Gogol, is part of the Barnes & Noble Classics series, which offers quality editions at affordable prices to the student and the general reader, including new scholarship, thoughtful design, and pages of carefully crafted extras. Here are some of the remarkable features of Barnes & Noble Classics: New introductions commissioned from todays top writers and scholars Biographies of the authors Chronologies of contemporary historical, biographical, and cultural events Footnotes and endnotes Selective discussions of imitations, parodies, poems, books, plays, paintings, operas, statuary, and films inspired by the work Comments by other famous authors Study questions to challenge the readers viewpoints and expectations Bibliographies for further reading Indices & Glossaries, when appropriateAll editions are beautifully designed and are printed to superior specifications; some include illustrations of historical interest. Barnes & Noble Classics pulls together a constellation of influences—biographical, historical, and literary—to enrich each readers understanding of these enduring works. Russia’s first major novel, and perhaps still its most popular, Nikolai Gogol’s Dead Souls is a comic epic of greed and gluttony that is admired not only for its colorful cast of characters and devastating satire, but also for its sense of moral fervor.The anti-hero of the novel is a man named Chichikov, who hatches a brilliant plan to get rich quick. He will journey through Russia and buy up, at reduced rates, the recently deceased serfs of landowners, who now won’t have to pay government taxes on the ‘dead souls.’ With this list of fictitious serfs as collateral, Chichikov can buy an estate and begin amassing his fortune. What follows is a series of grotesquely humorous transactions with Russian landowners, each more queer and repellant than the last. Although Gogol spends much of the novel exposing the evils of the Russian gentry through absurd and hilarious satire, he also expresses a passionate love for his country that resonates with readers even today.A stylistic tour de force, encompassing an astonishing range of voices from delicate, intimate lyricism to robust, bawdy ribaldry, Dead Souls is an intensely felt anatomy of the human condition.Jeffrey Meyers, a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature, has published forty-three books, including biographies of Ernest Hemingway, Robert Frost, D. H. Lawrence, Joseph Conrad, and George Orwell. He also wrote the Introductions and Notes to the Barnes & Noble Classics editions of Edith Wharton’s The House of Mirth and Rudyard Kipling’s Kim.
Spider Fuji
💃 Dancing through chores with audiobooks – this app turns cleaning into a lively and literary affair! 🎶📚 Adjustable playback speed and volume control make for a customized experience. 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. Perfect for repeat listening! The narrator's performance was so rich with detail that I'm sure I'll discover new layers on a second listen. Their interpretation felt authentic to the material while bringing fresh insights. The audio production was pristine from start to finish.
Mafia Rapunzel
This app's versatility and convenience have transformed my screen time into a productive reading journey. I've recommended ListenBook to all my fellow bookworms. It's a true companion for audiobook lovers. Tone adjustment is a thoughtful addition that adds a personal touch to the audiobook narration. It's like having a narrator tailor their voice to my preferences. Easy sharing with friends via AirDrop. Very convenient. Perfect for repeat listening! The narrator's performance was so rich with detail that I'm sure I'll discover new layers on a second listen. Their interpretation felt authentic to the material while bringing fresh insights. The audio production was pristine from start to finish.
Poppy Coffee
I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend! I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend! I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend!
Skool
ListenBook's support for various formats means I can explore a wide range of content without limitations. ListenBook's dedication to providing an excellent audiobook experience is evident in its smooth and silky playback. ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. I can't imagine going back! ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
Gothic Gucci
I can't believe how much more productive I am – I'm learning and growing while multitasking! Audiobooks made convenient – this app's functionality is a true gift.
Jo Jo Spooky
Listening to audiobooks while cooking has made meal prep much more enjoyable. With ListenBook, I can effortlessly manage and organize my audiobook library. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has made multitasking with audio content a breeze. Gone are the days of struggling with formats. Thanks to this app, my audiobook journey is a breeze, and every tale is a tap away. Highly recommended! 📚🎧 Auto-rewind is a brilliant feature. Never lose track of where I left off.
Pinup Diva
Effortlessly managing my audiobook collection – this app's functionality is a winner. Smooth playback and great sound quality. ListenBook is my new favorite app! Sharing books with friends via AirDrop is so convenient. Thanks, ListenBook! Binaural audio processing really helps reduce listening fatigue. Great feature!
Light Despair
This app has made long flights and road trips so much more enjoyable. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to curate customized listening sessions, whether for study, relaxation, or entertainment. Supports all audio formats I use without issues. Very happy.
SereneScribe
🎶 Forget background music, I've got enchanting stories to accompany my chores! 🎵📚 🌟 Simplifying my reading routine – this app's user-friendly design ensures I'm always in sync with my favorite stories. 📚✨ Audiobook magic at my fingertips! This app's thoughtful features, such as statistics tracking and audio filters, have added a new layer of excitement to my reading journey. 📚✨ Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a wonderful way to share the joy of storytelling with friends, sparking engaging conversations and connections that transcend boundaries. I'm amazed by the app's compatibility with different audio formats. It's truly versatile.
New Magoo
This app's compatibility with different devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks anywhere, anytime. 📱 An app that truly understands audiobook enthusiasts – it's all about functionality, and this app nails it! 📚💡 Sharing audiobooks via AirDrop is incredibly convenient. Great feature!
Mad Viral
The app's interface is sleek and modern, making it a joy to use. The ListenBook app has become an indispensable part of my daily routine, helping me learn and relax simultaneously. This app is my secret weapon for making the most of my free time. I've rediscovered my love for reading, all thanks to this app's convenience. ListenBook has become my go-to workout companion. It keeps me motivated and entertained.
Romance Princess
ListenBook has taken my listening pleasure to new heights – it's a true audio marvel. This app's compatibility with different file types means that my entire audiobook collection is at my fingertips.
Lord Pistachio
I love how this app turns even the dullest tasks into exciting storytelling moments. I can't get enough of this app's intuitive design – it's like a personal library right at my fingertips. Effortless and enriching – that's how I'd describe my experience with this app. Its functionality, from seamless downloads to binaural audio processing, has truly raised the bar. 📱📖 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. 📱📖 I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Elder Pogue
Looping playback is a brilliant study tool. Thanks to ListenBook, my learning has improved! The audiobook player's silky-smooth playback is like music to my ears. Flawless performance!
Queen Bee
The selection of classics is a treasure trove for literature enthusiasts. The ListenBook app has made my daily routines more enriching, allowing me to learn while on the go. With this app, I've turned mundane tasks into moments of inspiration and education – it's brilliant! 🌟 Who needs a dull commute when you can embark on literary journeys with this app? 🚗📖
Martini Flower
ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars! ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Snow Pharaoh
Audiobooks have become a part of my self-care routine, thanks to this app. This app has brought storytelling into every corner of my life – it's incredible. Effortlessly exploring audiobook worlds – this app's functionality is genius. User-centric audiobook joy – this app's ease of use is impressive.
Mirage
I'm hooked on this app's effortless downloading process – I can have my favorite audiobooks in seconds. 🎉📚 Reigniting my passion for books – this app is my newfound reading obsession! 🔥🎧 Navigating audiobooks with ease – this app's design is user-centric. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is like a magic wand that transforms even the noisiest environments into cozy listening spaces. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances the audio quality to a whole new level.
AxelRoad
This app has brought stories to life in a way that traditional reading never could. The auto-rewind feature is a thoughtful addition that enhances my listening journey. I appreciate it!
Twinkle Cocoa
ListenBook’s interface is clean and intuitive. It’s a joy to use. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
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