Book description
A trancelike feminist fable of magic, alchemy, and the battle of the sexes by Britain's foremost surrealist painterCalcination. Putrefaction. Exaltation. Trapped on an enchanted island ruled by her uncle, a young woman must pass through the stages of alchemical transformation to escape. He wants to conquer death by magic - and she may pay the price for his ambition.Lushly visual, rife with symbols and cries from the unconscious, Colquhoun's first novel is a surreal feminist fable, and a supreme artistic vision.Includes 'Hexentanz', a lost chapter from the original manuscript.Part of the Pushkin Press Classics series: timeless storytelling by icons of literature, hand-picked from around the globe.With a new introduction by Jennifer Higgie, author of βThe Other Side: A Journey Into Women, Art and the Spirit World.
Sugar Apple
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Engine Eye
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Freaky Ratbuster
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GoldTouch
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Classy Luck
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Sprinkle Lovenuts
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CyberScribe
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QuestWeaver
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Crash Test
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Steel Ginger
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Y0dler
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MindfulMingle
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Easy Mac
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QuestWeaver
No more hassle with file conversion. This app handles all formats effortlessly. The listening stats feature is awesome. I can track my audiobook habits effortlessly. 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.
Dark Burn
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Moon Radar
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a fantastic way to spread the joy of audiobooks. Audiobooks have become my bedtime companions, soothing me into a peaceful sleep. Quick access to chapters and controls makes ListenBook a breeze to use. It's an intuitive experience. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly enhanced my audio quality. Looping playback has transformed my study sessions. It's an invaluable tool for retaining information.
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Barbwire
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Steel Heart
Audiobooks have become my constant companions during my daily activities. Tone adjustment is a thoughtful addition that adds a personal touch to the audiobook narration. It's like having a narrator tailor their voice to my preferences. I love the compatibility with iOS 16. The app runs smoothly and flawlessly. The app is perfect for people with busy schedules. I can listen on the go.
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