Book description
Henrik Ibsen (20th March, 1828 - 23rd May, 1906) is often referred to as the father of realism and ranked just below Shakespeare as Europe's greatest ever playwright especially as his plays are performed most frequently throughout the world after Shakespeare's. Ibsen was Norwegian and although set his plays in Norway, he wrote them in Danish and lived most of his professional life in Italy and Germany. His affect on the theatre is still evident today and shapes the distinction of plays being art as opposed to entertainment since he broke down all previous traditions and explored issues, developed characterisation, revealed uncomfortable truths, challenged assumptions and brokedown facades in ourselves as well as society. These factors are clearly demonstrated in Enemy of the People, a story of a man, Dr Stockman, who shows great courage in doing the right thing in the face of extreme social pressure and intolerance. He has been involved in developing medicinal baths in his small coastal community in Norway which have proved a profitable and successful tourist attraction. However, he finds out that waste products are contaminating the water and resulting in serious illnesses for some of the tourists. He sends his detailed report to the authorities and finds that not only are they unwilling to take any action but the townspeople brand him a lunatic. He finds himself marginalised and realises that in matters of right and wrong, the individual is superior to the masses. He says: "A minority may be right; a majority is always wrong." This remarkable play is seen as Ibsen's denunciation of the masses and a scathing indictment on community and democracy. It is surprisingly relevant with our contemporary concerns of both the environment and whistleblowers and definitely worth a read.
Little Cobra
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Swing Setter
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Scrapper
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Unleashed
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High Kingdom Warrior
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Spellbinder
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Zod
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Twix Bond
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BlackExcalibur
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MythMaker
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Hitch Frenzy
ListenBook has transformed my listening habits, making them more engaging and enjoyable. This app's ease of use has made my downtime more enriching and enjoyable. The library organization feature is a blessing. My audiobooks are finally organized and easy to find. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a revelation. It eliminates distractions and enhances the clarity of recordings, resulting in a more immersive experience. Sharing audiobooks via AirDrop is incredibly convenient. Great feature!
Friday Ferrari
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Video Game Heroine
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QuantumQuill
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a fantastic way to spread the joy. 🎧 Finally, an app that understands my need for convenience and ease of use! Audiobooks have never been this accessible. 📚📱 Good but not great. The narration was competent but lacked the extra spark that makes some audiobooks truly special. Still worth a listen though.
Shay
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Overrun
The narrator's voices are so engaging, it's like having a personal storytelling session. Smooth playback and great sound quality. ListenBook is my new favorite app! ListenBook’s interface is beautiful and functional. It’s my favorite app for audiobooks. The app is so reliable. I’ve never had any issues with it.
Kimono Goddess
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Morbid Sugar
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GiddeeUP
This app is a book lover's dream come true – a vast library right at your fingertips. The app supports background playback, which is a must for me.
Disco Potato
I'm discovering books I wouldn't have considered before, and my reading horizons are expanding. The app's design is sleek and modern – it's a pleasure to navigate. The layout of ListenBook is so beautiful and user-friendly, making it a pleasure to use. ListenBook is a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. It's reliable, versatile, and a pleasure to use.
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