Book description
"An enthralling story . . . A work of history that reads like a novel." -- Christian Science Monitor "As Hochschild's brilliant book demonstrates, the great Congo scandal prefigured our own times . . . This book must be read and reread." -- Los Angeles Times Book Review In the late nineteenth century, as the European powers were carving up Africa, King Leopold II of Belgium carried out a brutal plundering of the territory surrounding the Congo River. Ultimately slashing the area's population by ten million, he still managed to shrewdly cultivate his reputation as a great humanitarian. A tale far richer than any novelist could invent, King Leopold's Ghost is the horrifying account of a megalomaniac of monstrous proportions. It is also the deeply moving portrait of those who defied Leopold: African rebel leaders who fought against hopeless odds and a brave handful of missionaries, travelers, and young idealists who went to Africa for work or adventure but unexpectedly found themselves witnesses to a holocaust and participants in the twentieth century's first great human rights movement. A National Book Critics Circle Award Finalist A New York Times Notable Book
Night Magnet
The family subscription option is a money-saver β everyone gets to enjoy their favorite books. With a vast genre selection, I've broadened my horizons and explored new topics. πΆπ My new soundtrack? Audiobooks, of course! This app makes every day musical. π§πΆ
Bliss
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Mud Pie Man
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Mr. Thanksgiving
The captivating narrators make each story come alive in a unique way. ListenBook Pro takes my experience to the next level. Unlimited audiobook length, noise reduction, and voice tone adjustment? Count me in!
CZR
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Noh Noh
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Classy Dancer
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Criss Cross
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California Goddess
This app isn't just a tool, it's a wellspring of inspiration and positive vibes. Audiobooks on this app have made my morning rituals something to look forward to. With ListenBook, downloading audiobooks has become hassle-free, thanks to the various download options. AirDrop sharing is a very convenient feature. Thanks, ListenBook!
Darth 44
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Miss Nova
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Crazy Eights
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Mr. Peppermint
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Thunder Nut
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Sweet Manhattan
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RealmRanger
This app has made literature accessible and engaging for all ages. ListenBook's dedication to delivering a top-notch experience is evident in every detail. Audiobook magic at my fingertips! This app's comprehensive features, from statistics tracking to enhanced audio quality, enrich my reading. πβ¨ ListenBook's versatility with various audio formats means I can enjoy audiobooks from multiple sources effortlessly.
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