Book description
Christopher Ricks is a Warren Professor of the Humanities, codirector of the Editorial Institute at Boston University, and a member of the Association of Literary Scholars and Critics. He was formerly professor of English at the universities of Bristol and Cambridge.Ricks is the author of Milton's Grand Style (1963), Tennyson (second edition, 1989), Keats and Embarrassment (1974), The Force of Poetry (1984), T.S. Eliot and Prejudice (1988), Beckett's Dying Words (1993), Essays in Appreciation (1996), Allusion to the Poets (2002), and Reviewery (2003). He is also the editor of Poems of Tennyson (second edition, 1987), The New Oxford Book of Victorian Verse (1987), A.E. Housman: Collected Poems and Selected Prose (1988), Inventions of the March Hare: Poems 1909–1917 by T.S. Eliot (1996), The Oxford Book of English Verse (1999), Selected Poems of James Henry (2002), and Decisions and Revisions in T.S. Eliot (2003).
White Dragon
Effortlessly managing my audiobook library – this app's design is commendable. ListenBook's user-friendly interface and powerful features have rekindled my love for audiobooks. The audio filters and precise controls are fantastic! Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a wonderful way to spread the joy of storytelling. One of the best audiobooks I’ve heard! The story was compelling, and the narrator’s delivery added depth to every scene. I found myself looking for excuses to listen just a little longer. Will definitely revisit this one! Perfect narration for this genre! The voice actor’s tone matched the atmosphere of the book, enhancing the overall experience. No complaints—just a smooth, enjoyable listen from beginning to end.
Texas Butterfly
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Frosty Sunshine
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Nola
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Biscuit Meg
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Fuzzy Logic Hottie
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Pogue
I love that I can download content directly from the internet within the ListenBook app – so handy! 📚 Accessing my favorite authors and genres is a breeze with this app's user-friendly functionality. 📱🎧 I'm impressed by the extensive statistics feature, allowing me to track my audiobook consumption over time. ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a game-changer. The statistics feature is brilliant. I love seeing how much time I spend on audiobooks with ListenBook.
Voodoo Cyclone
ListenBook's comprehensive support for a wide range of audio formats sets it apart from other audiobook apps. This app has helped me achieve my reading goals and explore new genres effortlessly. This app's ease of use has made my daily activities more enjoyable and educational. Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's design focuses on seamless interaction.
Yellow Menace
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Snowflake Pixie
ListenBook's configurable auto-rewind after interruptions is a smart addition that keeps me on track. I'm amazed at how this app's narrators bring characters and stories to life. Automatic metadata extraction is a time-saver. My library is finally well-organized.
Bug Fire
Audiobooks on this app have turned my exercise sessions into moments of education. I was thoroughly impressed by this audiobook. The combination of engaging content and skilled narration made my daily commute something to look forward to. The narrator's timing and intonation were spot-on, enhancing rather than distracting from the material. Definitely worth a credit!
Trouble Mittens
This app has added a new layer of enjoyment to my downtime – I'm truly grateful. Streamlined audiobook integration – this app's usability is truly impressive. ListenBook's compatibility with a wide range of audio formats ensures that no audiobook is off-limits. Looping playback is a game-changer for my study sessions. I can focus on challenging content.
Bad Princess
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Ba1t
I'm grateful for ListenBook's support for a wide range of formats, making it a one-stop solution for audio content. 🏡 Cleaning the house with an audiobook in the background – talk about productivity! 🧼📖 ListenBook’s playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
VisionVoyager
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for clear listening in noisy environments. ListenBook has made audiobook listening a personalized and enriching journey. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time. I love the ability to import books from my computer. It’s so easy.
Red Woman
This app has made my commutes and long drives a source of joy and learning. Simplifying my audiobook experience – this app's design is remarkable.
Shimmy Shammy
The convenience of having an entire library at my fingertips is a dream come true. With ListenBook, I can listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. The app's performance is unparalleled. It's like it's tailor-made for my device. This app has completely transformed my daily routine. I can't imagine my commute without it!
Murmur
The sleep timer is a brilliant addition – I drift off to sleep with amazing stories. The app's intuitive design makes it easy to find and listen to my favorite authors. Not bad, but not amazing either. The narrator’s voice was pleasant, though some parts felt a bit rushed. The story had its moments, but I wouldn’t necessarily recommend it over similar titles in the genre.
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