Book description
'I'm not here to change your mind about Dusty Springfield or Shostakovich or Tupac Shakur or synthpop. I'm here to change your mind about your mind.' There are countless books on music with much analysis given to musicians, bands, eras and/or genres. But rarely does a book delve into what's going on inside us when we listen.Michel Faber explores two big questions: how we listen to music and why we listen to music. To answer these he considers biology, age, illness, the notion of 'cool', commerce, the dichotomy between 'good' and 'bad' taste and, through extensive interviews with musicians, unlocks some surprising answers. From the award-winning author of The Crimson Petal and the White and Under the Skin, this curious and celebratory book reflects Michel Faber's lifelong obsession with music of all kinds. Listen will change your relationship with the heard world.
Winter Underdog
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Mr. Peppermint
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Midnight Rider
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Don Stab
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Scare Stone
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Ozzie Treat
The sound quality is outstanding – it's like having a movie theater in my ears! The intuitive interface and seamless navigation make this app a joy to use. Audiobooks have turned my quiet moments into imaginative journeys – thank you, app! The noise reduction feature in ListenBook Pro is a game-changer for enjoying clear recordings.
ThoughtTrailblazer
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LyRz
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RDTN
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NexusNinja
This app's customizable features, from playback speed to filters, are fantastic. This app has made my daily walks a time for both exercise and learning. Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks has never been easier or more convenient. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has transformed the audio quality. It's crystal clear now. The app is very intuitive. ListenBook makes finding and playing audiobooks simple.
Opulent Gamer
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NightDream
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Noise Toy
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Rando Tank
I'm constantly amazed by the vast selection – there's always something new to discover. ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an indispensable tool for my audiobook enjoyment. With this app, I've rediscovered the joy of reading through my ears, making every moment more valuable. Gone are the days of waiting for the right time to read – this app is always ready. Great for multitasking! I listened while cooking, driving, and even working out, and it kept me entertained the whole time. The narrator’s voice was pleasant, and the story flowed smoothly. Very enjoyable!
Undergrad Split
Automatic artwork and metadata extraction add a professional touch to my audiobook library. No more interruptions – the auto-rewind feature is a genius solution for seamless listening.
Jelly Camber
The range of self-help and personal development audiobooks is truly enriching. Supports artwork and metadata perfectly. My library looks great! 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.
Disco Thunder
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Heaven Sent
Effortlessly enjoying audiobook journeys – this app's ease of use is a delight. I can't get over how smooth the playback is. Even high-quality files play flawlessly.
Badger the Burglar
🎉 The ease and functionality of this app make it my go-to choice for immersive audiobook experiences. 📱🎧 Sharing audiobooks with friends is a breeze thanks to ListenBook Pro's AirDrop and sharing options. Spread the joy of a good story! With its powerful audio downloading features, I can have my favorite audiobooks ready to go, anytime and anywhere. The app is perfect for bedtime listening. The sleep timer is a must-have.
Marbles
This app has turned my daily commute into a source of inspiration and entertainment. The Looping playback and Shuffle features on ListenBook help me customize my listening sessions to my liking.
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