Book description
Accompanying an exhibition at the Courtauld Gallery, London, Frank Auerbach: The Charcoal Heads presents a remarkable series of hauntingly beautiful largescale drawings by the artist. The catalogue includes a new piece of writing on one of the drawings from critically acclaimed novelist Colm Tóibín.This catalogue explores one of Frank Auerbach's most remarkable bodies of work - a series of large-scale portrait heads made in charcoal, produced during his early years as a young artist in postwar London. Auerbach (b. 1931) spent months on each drawing, working and reworking them during numerous sessions with his sitters.This prolonged and vigorous process of creation is evident in the finished drawings, which are richly textured and layered. Auerbach would sometimes even break through the paper and patch it up before carrying on. His heads thus emerge from the darkness of the charcoal with burning vitality, born of an artistic as well as a physical struggle with the medium. The process of repeated creation and destruction, of which these images bear the visible scars, speaks profoundly of their times, as people rebuilt their lives after the ruination and upending of the war.The exhibition will be the first time Auerbach's extraordinary drawings, made in the 1950s and early 1960s, have been brought together as a comprehensive group. They will be shown together with a selection of paintings he made of the same sitters; for the artist, painting and drawing have always been deeply entwined.The accompanying catalogue - by Deputy Head of The Courtauld Gallery, Barnaby Wright, and with an essay by one of the greatest contemporary voices in the English language, Colm Tóibín - is the first publication to explore in depth this magnificent series. Tóibín spent several hours one afternoon in front of Auerbach's Self-Portrait (1958), which features on the front cover of the book, looking closely and taking notes. His essay is an account of his experience and offers new insights into the work and the nature of self-portaiture.
CodeExia
I've started reading more books than ever before, all thanks to this app. Thanks to ListenBook, I've rediscovered the joy of exploring my favorite content on multiple devices. ListenBook's dedication to excellence shines through in its performance and features. The adjustable playback speed is a revelation. It's like having a personal audiobook narrator at my pace. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction ensures that my listening experience remains clear and enjoyable.
Prof. Screw
This app's compatibility with various devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I go. The app's compatibility with CarPlay is a fantastic bonus. It keeps me entertained during long drives.
Flash
The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night. This was a competent audiobook production with no major flaws. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough and the audio quality was acceptable, though not exceptional. While the performance didn't particularly stand out, it served its purpose adequately for my daily commute.
Dance Bloom
Simplifying my reading routine – this app's ease of use is remarkable. Binaural audio processing is a game-changer – my ears stay comfortable during long listening sessions. Beautiful layout and easy access to chapters. Really impressed with ListenBook. Downloading over WiFi is super efficient. Saves a lot of time. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night.
Demo Zero
The app's features, like the sleep timer, make it clear that it's designed with readers in mind. This app is a gift for book lovers who struggle to find reading time. 🎶📚 Enriching my environment with the power of storytelling – audiobooks infuse my home with literary magic. 🎧🏠 CUE playlist support is a brilliant feature that allows me to create customized listening experiences for different moods, activities, and moments of the day. Perfect for both first-time listeners and audiobook veterans! The narrator's warm, inviting tone made this an incredibly comfortable listening experience. I particularly appreciated how well they handled dialogue - each character felt distinct without being cartoonish. The pacing kept me engaged throughout.
Sugar Man
I'm no longer missing out on great stories – this app fits perfectly into my lifestyle. The compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch sets ListenBook apart from the rest. 🎉 Unlocking the door to imagination – this app is my key to endless stories and endless possibilities. 📚🔑 ListenBook Pro takes my experience to the next level. Unlimited audiobook length, noise reduction, and voice tone adjustment? Count me in! Auto-rewind feature is a lifesaver. I never lose my place!
Shivers
Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app is your new best friend. This app's playback controls and features make it a breeze to customize my listening experience. This audiobook transformed my household chores into enjoyable moments! The narrator's lively yet measured delivery kept me engaged throughout. I particularly appreciated how they handled exposition - making potentially dry information interesting through thoughtful inflection and pacing.
QuantumQuill
No need for file conversion is a game-changer. Love using ListenBook on my iPhone. This audiobook spoiled me for others! The narrator's professional delivery set a high bar - perfect diction, ideal pacing, and emotional authenticity. The recording quality was equally impressive with no distracting artifacts. I finished it far too quickly because I couldn't stop listening.
Blinker
This app has transformed my daily routine into moments of literary delight. 🎶 Music? Nah, I prefer immersing myself in captivating stories with this app! 🎶📖 I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature.
CuriousCoder
Kudos to the app for making literature accessible to those with busy schedules. This app is a blessing for those with busy schedules – it's like time travel through stories. ListenBook is a must-have for audiobook lovers. The auto-rewind feature ensures I never miss a word.
Vicious Street
The ListenBook app has made my daily routines more enriching, allowing me to learn while on the go. ListenBook's dedication to enhancing the audiobook experience has made it my preferred app for listening to content on the go. ⭐️ Who knew cleaning could be this exciting? This app turns chores into adventures! 🧹🏰 Savoring stories has never been this smooth – this app's functionality is genius. The app is perfect for multitasking. I can listen while doing other things.
WonderWords
This app makes traffic jams a breeze – time flies by while I'm engrossed in a story. ListenBook's statistics feature is eye-opening. I had no idea how much time I spent immersed in audiobooks until I started using it. The app's performance is beyond impressive. It's like it's tailor-made for my device. Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my library look organized and visually appealing. The playback controls are so responsive. No lag at all.
Versace-Cat
I can't get enough of the celebrity narrators – they add a unique charm to each book. Library organization is simplified with ListenBook. It's easy to keep my audiobooks neat and tidy. The ability to adjust the tone of the narrator's voice is a creative touch that adds depth to my listening.
Sloth
📱 An app that respects my time and delivers on functionality – audiobook listening has never been this effortless. 📖🔗 Unlimited audiobook length with ListenBook Pro is a game-changer. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
Crazy Eights
This app has become my loyal companion during travels and relaxation times. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personalized touch to my audiobook experience. ⏰ Early mornings have become my favorite time to listen to audiobooks – energizing! 🌅🎧
Stallion Patton
The fact that ListenBook doesn't just play, but enhances audio quality, is truly remarkable. This app has turned my screen time into valuable learning opportunities. Audiobooks on demand? Yes, please! With this app's diverse format support and easy downloads, my reading routine has reached new heights. 🌟📚 Supports all my playlists and bookmarks seamlessly. Very convenient. The narrator was good but spoke a bit too slowly for my taste. I had to speed it up to 1.2x which then made some parts sound slightly unnatural.
Mr. Wholesome
Audiobooks have brought a new level of enjoyment to my daily workout routine. ListenBook's intuitive design and thoughtful features have made my audiobook experience delightful. 🚗 Long road trips? No problem – this app keeps me entertained mile after mile! 🚙📚 The customizable controls and playback options cater perfectly to different audiobook preferences. The sleek and user-friendly interface makes navigating the app a breeze. It's a pleasure to use.
21st Street
ListenBook's intuitive controls and beautiful layout make my audiobook experience a delightful one. This app's convenience and ease of use have transformed my screen time into productive learning sessions.
Mirage
I'm blown away by ListenBook's ability to maintain audio quality even for formats like FLAC and AWB. 🎧 My daily chores just got an upgrade! Thanks to this app, I can dive into captivating stories while cooking and cleaning. 📚🍳 Apple Watch compatibility enhances my audiobook experience. It's a convenient way to control playback.
Flakes
I'm grateful for ListenBook's support for a wide range of formats, making it a one-stop solution for audio content. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun and interactive way to bond over stories. The statistics tracking is a nice touch. ListenBook helps me keep track of my audiobook habits.
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