Book description
Winner of the National Book Critics Circle Award, a Books for a Better Life Award, and one of The New York Times Book Review’s Ten Best Books of 2012, this masterpiece by the National Book Award–winning author of The Noonday Demon features stories of parents who not only learn to deal with their exceptional children, but also find profound meaning in doing so—“a brave, beautiful book that will expand your humanity” (People).Solomon’s startling proposition in Far from the Tree is that being exceptional is at the core of the human condition—that difference is what unites us. He writes about families coping with deafness, dwarfism, Down syndrome, autism, schizophrenia, or multiple severe disabilities; with children who are prodigies, who are conceived in rape, who become criminals, who are transgender. While each of these characteristics is potentially isolating, the experience of difference within families is universal, and Solomon documents triumphs of love over prejudice in every chapter. All parenting turns on a crucial question: to what extent should parents accept their children for who they are, and to what extent they should help them become their best selves. Drawing on ten years of research and interviews with more than three hundred families, Solomon mines the eloquence of ordinary people facing extreme challenges. Elegantly reported by a spectacularly original and compassionate thinker, Far from the Tree explores how people who love each other must struggle to accept each other—a theme in every family’s life.
Snake Eyes
Audiobooks have become my travel companions, and this app is my guide. The app's performance is unparalleled. It's like it's tailor-made for my device. Great app for listening to lectures and speeches. Highly useful!
Gold Dahlia
Bravo to the creators of this app – they've truly captured the essence of convenient audiobook enjoyment. The smooth playback and thoughtful design are a win. 📚👏 No more converting files – this app effortlessly handles various formats, saving me time and effort. Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that allows for a personalized listening experience.
Moon Solitaire
ListenBook's dedication to providing an excellent user experience sets a new standard in audiobook apps. 🚶♀️🎧 Enjoying the great outdoors while immersing myself in fantastic tales – walking never felt this magical! 🏞️📚 This app is a game-changer for audiobook lovers! The interface is clean and easy to use.
Wanted Candy
ListenBook's support for multiple download methods ensures I can always access my favorite content. ListenBook's statistics feature is both enlightening and motivating. It's incredible to see the time I've invested in learning through audiobooks. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature is a time-saving convenience that I greatly appreciate. The app's compatibility with CarPlay is a dream for road trips. It keeps me entertained. 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!
Starshine
ListenBook's versatile player features are like having a personal audio assistant – it's that good! ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for enjoying clear audio in any environment. This app has made waiting in lines and queues an opportunity for exploration and enjoyment. Unlocking a world of literary wonders – this app's extensive format support and user-centric approach have rekindled my love for books. 📱🔊
Burst Nibbler
Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is impressive. It's like getting a clear, immersive listening experience. Looping playback is an invaluable tool for my study sessions. It helps me grasp complex concepts.
Unleashed
The tone adjustment feature in ListenBook Pro is a novel addition that allows me to personalize my audiobook experience. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience. Not the best audiobook I've heard but far from the worst. The production quality was good and there were no major issues with the narration.
Osprey
This app has made long flights and road trips so much more enjoyable. Audiobook magic at my fingertips! This app's comprehensive offerings, from statistics tracking to immersive audio processing, have breathed new life into my reading. 📚✨ is a breeze. It's incredibly convenient for building my collection. The app is very user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a breeze.
Burn
I'm amazed at how effortlessly I can immerse myself in books through this app. Seamless audiobook integration – this app's functionality is truly remarkable. ListenBook's commitment to user experience shines through its thoughtful design and seamless functionality. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks. It's like having a personal assistant for my literary adventures. Easy sharing with friends via AirDrop. Very convenient.
Mr. Alien
This app's convenience has turned my daily chores into moments of intellectual discovery – a win-win! 💼 Making work hours fly by with captivating stories – a true work-life balance! 💻📖 Streamlined audiobook integration – this app's usability is truly impressive. The app's compatibility with CarPlay is a fantastic bonus. It keeps me entertained during long drives. The sleek and user-friendly interface makes navigating the app a breeze. It's a pleasure to use.
The Final Judgement
⭐️ This app's functionality is a symphony of efficiency – I'm savoring stories with ease, even on the busiest days. 🎶📖 ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch makes it an essential companion for my daily commutes and workouts. It's convenience at its finest! The noise reduction feature in ListenBook Pro is a game-changer for enjoying clear recordings. ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
Trigger Warming
I can't believe how easy it is to discover new titles and genres. Pure delight! With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual discovery and personal fulfillment. This audiobook performed its function without excelling. The narrator's delivery was straightforward and easy to follow, though lacking in dramatic flair. The recording quality was decent with only occasional minor inconsistencies in volume. An acceptable but forgettable listening experience.
Troublemasher
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my dictaphone recordings much more comfortable to listen to. 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!
Light Lion
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a true savior for immersive listening, even in busy surroundings. The adjustable playback speed is a secret weapon for getting through educational content faster. Elegant design and easy-to-use interface. Very happy with ListenBook. Finally, an app that supports all my audiobook formats! ListenBook is a game-changer. ListenBook’s interface is clean and intuitive. It’s a joy to use.
Stacker of Wheat
This app has transformed my daily walks into exciting literary adventures. Thanks to this app, listening to audiobooks has become a delightful habit. Every moment is an adventure with this app by my side. Its intuitive features and diverse format support ensure that my audiobook journey is seamless and exciting. 🌌🎧 ListenBook’s playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace. Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
Heartbreaker
ListenBook has enriched my life with a diverse range of content, all at my fingertips. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is like a magical spell that transports me into the heart of the story. ListenBook has become an essential part of my daily routine. It's like my personal audiobook oasis. ListenBook’s audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience.
SereneScribe
Audiobooks have become my preferred way to unwind – and this app is my partner in crime. With ListenBook, every moment is an opportunity to explore new stories and gain knowledge. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars! Great for multitasking! I listened while cooking, driving, and even working out, and it kept me entertained the whole time. The narrator’s voice was pleasant, and the story flowed smoothly. Very enjoyable! The narrator's voice was so pleasant and easy to listen to. They had perfect pacing and made even the slower parts engaging. I found myself looking forward to my commute just to listen more!
Frenzy
I'm discovering books I wouldn't have considered before, and my reading horizons are expanding. I'm impressed by ListenBook's commitment to providing a silky-smooth playback experience. CUE playlist support is a fantastic organizational feature. It keeps my audiobooks neatly arranged. I’m so impressed with ListenBook. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Highly recommend this app!
Freeway
I've been recommending this app to all my friends – it's a true game-changer. ListenBook's drag and drop downloads from web browsers are a time-saving feature I can't live without. ListenBook is a game-changer! Finally, an app that lets me enjoy my favorite audio files with ease. I can finally listen to all my audiobooks seamlessly with ListenBook. The customizable playback controls and chapter navigation make it a breeze.
JigKraken
ListenBook's support for playlists in CUE format is a detail-oriented touch I truly appreciate. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a thoughtful gesture that ListenBook makes seamless. Binaural audio processing reduces fatigue during long listening sessions. A fantastic feature! Book groups are a thoughtful addition. I can group related titles for easy access. ListenBook makes my commute enjoyable. The audio filters really enhance the listening experience.
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