Book description
A masterpiece of Biblical scope, and the magnum opus of one of America's most enduring authors A Penguin Classic In his journal, Nobel Prize winner John Steinbeck called East of Eden "the first book," and indeed it has the primordial power and simplicity of myth. Set in the rich farmland of California's Salinas Valley, this sprawling and often brutal novel follows the intertwined destinies of two families--the Trasks and the Hamiltons--whose generations helplessly reenact the fall of Adam and Eve and the poisonous rivalry of Cain and Abel. The masterpiece of Steinbeck's later years, East of Eden is a work in which Steinbeck created his most mesmerizing characters and explored his most enduring themes: the mystery of identity, the inexplicability of love, and the murderous consequences of love's absence. Adapted for the 1955 film directed by Elia Kazan introducing James Dean and read by thousands as the book that brought Oprah's Book Club back, East of Eden has remained vitally present in American culture for over half a century. This edition features an introduction by David Wyatt. For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,800 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.
Drift
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Apex
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Plum Moon
ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback features add versatility to my audiobook listening experience. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a wonderful way to spread the joy of storytelling. What a delightful listening experience! The narrator's timing was impeccable, knowing exactly when to pause for effect or let the words flow. Their character voices were distinct yet natural - no over-the-top accents or distracting vocal tics. The audio quality was consistently excellent.
Cinder Coffee
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Nutmeg
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Dream Killer
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Fire Bite
This app has given me the joy of reading even when my hands are full. This app's convenience has made me fall in love with audiobooks all over again. Flawless support for various audio formats. Highly satisfied. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time. An absolutely stellar production from start to finish! The narrator's command of pacing and tone was masterful, knowing exactly when to speed up for excitement or slow down for dramatic effect. The audio quality was pristine with no distracting mouth sounds or uneven volume.
Accidental Genius
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Sly Bible
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Friday Ferrari
The sleek design and easy navigation are visually pleasing and user-friendly. With ListenBook, I can explore new genres, learn new topics, and enjoy classic literature with ease. I'm amazed at how effortlessly this app has made reading a constant in my life. Download options are versatile, making it easy to get audiobooks from various sources.
The Belgian
ListenBook has brought a whole new level of convenience and enjoyment to my audiobook experience. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks seamlessly. Very convenient.
Low Voltage
As a busy individual, I appreciate ListenBook's versatility in downloading audio files from various sources. It's a time-saver for sure! I love the ability to change the playback speed. Itβs perfect for my needs. The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices.
Bug Fire
I'm able to catch up on my reading list even during the busiest days. Easy chapter navigation and beautiful design make this app stand out.
Soiled Dove
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Boost Princess
An audiobook lover's dream come true! This app's seamless functionality and diverse format support make it my go-to choice for immersive storytelling. ππ§ I'm amazed by the extensive statistics tracking. It's fascinating to see my listening habits.
Murder Cherry
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Marine Dre
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VenusXX
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Knuckles
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Bearded Angler
I'm amazed at how this app seamlessly integrates into my life, enhancing every moment with stories. This app's simplicity has made me fall in love with books all over again. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections.
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