Book description
Five Days in November - an Audio Journey into a Nation's Heartbreak
Clint Hill's Five Days in November is more than a recounting of a pivotal moment; it is an intimate, almost cinematic experience that the audio format brings to life. From the very first word, the narrator-Hill himself-draws listeners into Dallas on November 22, 1963, with palpable tension. His voice carries the weight of a man who was there, a Secret Service agent who felt the world's pulse change in an instant.
What makes this audiobook stand out is Hill's ability to weave raw emotion with meticulous detail. He doesn't just tell us that shots were fired; he describes the shudder of the limousine's tires, the frantic scramble of agents, and the stunned silence that followed the President's last breath. His narration feels like a whispered confession, inviting listeners into his private grief while simultaneously offering a public historical record.
The book's structure-over 150 photographs accompanied by Hill's commentary-translates wonderfully to sound. Each visual is described vividly, so even those who haven't seen the images can picture them in their minds. The pacing is deliberate; Hill allows moments of reflection before moving on, mirroring how a nation mourns and then moves forward.
Critics have called it "riveting" and "stunning," and those adjectives fit the listening experience perfectly. The audio captures the immediacy of the tragedy while honoring the quiet dignity of the era's people. Hill's insider perspective-his firsthand knowledge of the Secret Service protocols, his personal loss-adds depth that pure historical texts often lack.
For anyone curious about the human side of a monumental event, or for those who want to revisit the days after JFK's assassination with fresh ears, Five Days in November offers an engrossing, emotionally resonant journey. The audiobook format amplifies Hill's storytelling, turning dates and facts into a living narrative that stays with you long after the final chapter ends.
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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