Book description
"An encyclopedic detective story . . . An intellectual triumph."--Anthony Burgess"Foucault's Pendulum is Eco's magical mystery tour of the Western mind. . . . With this book, Eco puts himself in the grand and acerbic tradition of Petronius, Rabelais, Swift, and Voltaire."--Chicago Tribune"Rich and witty."--NewsweekInfused with history and crackling suspense, Umberto Eco's celebrated international bestseller--a cerebral classic, prescient of our own times, about a literary joke that goes terribly awry, unexpectedly plunging its creators into mortal danger.A man named Colonel Ardenti tells three cynical book editors that he has discovered a coded message about a centuries-old Knights Templar plan to tap a mystic source of power greater than atomic energy. The editors, bored from tooling with manuscripts on the occult and inspired by the colonel's outlandish claims, devise a literary prank for their own amusement. Using a computer, into which they enter bits of information on the Knights Templar, Satanic initiation rites, Rosicrucianism, the measurements of the Great Pyramid, and supernatural and occult phenomenon, they create a map indicating a point from which all the powers of the earth can be controlled--a point located at Foucault's Pendulum in Paris.The editors are convinced they've devised the ultimate literary joke, a game to consume conspiracy theorists, mystical buffs, and everyone else fool enough to play.But their joke becomes all too terrifyingly real when people begin to disappear mysteriously, beginning with the Colonel. . . .
Alpha
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New Cycle
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Cardinal Rebel
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Lady Petal
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Night Train
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Troubled Pie
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Cupid Dust
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Kawaii Red
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Venom Petunia
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Essex
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Blackfire
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Foot-long Fry
CUE playlist support is a rare gem. Perfect for organizing content efficiently. Solid performance overall though some character voices sounded too similar. I occasionally got confused about who was speaking in dialogue-heavy scenes.
Deano
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Shadow Bishop
The sleep timer is a brilliant addition β I drift off to sleep with amazing stories. The ability to download audio from network devices directly within ListenBook is incredibly convenient. Listening to books while doing chores? This app makes it possible! The adjustable playback speed is a secret weapon for getting through educational content faster. Downloading books directly in the app is so easy. Highly recommend!
Super Flick
This audiobook app is an absolute lifesaver! It brings my favorite stories to life with unparalleled convenience. This app's convenience has turned me into an avid audiobook listener. Audiobooks have become a staple in my routine, all thanks to this app's seamless integration and user-friendly design. It's a must-have for any book lover. ππ± Quick access to chapters and smooth playback. Fantastic app! 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.
NemesisX
Kudos to the creators for crafting an app that understands audiobook lovers. With smooth playback and thoughtful design, it's a true companion for book enthusiasts. ππ Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks has become effortless, regardless of the source. ListenBook has redefined how I enjoy audiobooks. It's an essential tool for my literary pursuits. ListenBookβs interface is clean and intuitive. Itβs a joy to use.
Snow Hound
π Rekindling my literary flame β this app has brought back the joy of reading in a whole new format. ππ ListenBook's tone adjustment feature in the Pro version is a creative tool that adds a fun twist to my audiobook journey. The app is very user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a breeze.
Pluto
I'm blown away by the range of non-fiction audiobooks available β so much to learn! This app has reignited my passion for literature β I'm devouring books like never before. The app's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch enhances my listening experience on the go.
Bang Shift
I'm amazed at how this app has turned my errands into exciting reading sessions. The noise reduction feature is a game-changer for clearer dictaphone recordings.
The Final Judgement
ListenBook's support for various download methods and audio formats ensures that I can always find what I'm looking for. I can't get enough of this app's easy navigation and quick access to chapters and playback controls. ποΈ Turning grocery shopping into a thrilling audiobook hunt β what a game-changer! ππ
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