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Lonely Planet Africais your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Wander the cobbled streets and graceful pracasrimmed by once grand churches and stately colonial-era buildings, against a backdrop of turquoise seas, on the Unesco-listed Mozambique Island; drink your way around whitewashed Cape Dutch architecture and the endlessly photogenic hills and vines of South Africa's Winelands; or discover the wildlife of the acacia-studded savannah of the Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya -all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Africa and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet's AfricaTravel Guide:Colour maps and images throughout Highlightsand itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential infoat your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, culture, wildlife, safaris, cuisine, music, environment Covers Egypt, Tanzania, Morocco, Botswana, Mozambique, South Africa, Madagascar, Kenya, Ethiopia, Ghana, Nigeria, Cabo Verde and more The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Africa, our most comprehensive guide to Africa, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less travelled. Looking for just a few of the destinations included in this guide? Check out the relevant Lonely Planet destination guides, our most comprehensive guides that cover destinations' top sights and offbeat experiences.About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world's number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, video, 14 languages, 12 international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day. Lonely Planet enables the curious to experience the world fully and to truly get to the heart of the places they find themselves, near or far from home.TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Awards 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016 winner in Favorite Travel Guide category 'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' - New York Times 'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves, it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' - Fairfax Media (Australia)
Shadow Gal
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RealmRanger
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Short Firecracker
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Slug-em-dog
This app has ignited my passion for reading once again β but in a modern, convenient way. Bookmarks are a fantastic organizational tool. They help me keep track of important moments in my audiobooks. An absolutely stellar production from start to finish! The narrator's command of pacing and tone was masterful, knowing exactly when to speed up for excitement or slow down for dramatic effect. The audio quality was pristine with no distracting mouth sounds or uneven volume.
Frosty
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Hightower
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Gothic Gucci
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Bad Beh8vior
π Dancing to the rhythm of stories while I dance through house chores β pure joy! ππ 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.
Eight Patrol
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Nola
The controls on ListenBook are intuitive and user-friendly, making it a joy to navigate through my audiobooks. ListenBook's focus on quality and user experience has made it my go-to app for audiobooks and educational content. I'm addicted to this app β it's like having a library in my pocket. The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata keeps my audiobook library organized and visually appealing.
Iron Jesus
The extensive audiobook collection for children is a blessing for my little ones. ListenBook has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary adventures through stories. With this app, audiobook listening has become an integral part of my daily routines β it's pure bliss. I'm impressed by the app's compatibility with CarPlay. It keeps me entertained on long drives. An average audiobook experience. Nothing was wrong with itβthe narration was fine, and the story was okayβbut nothing particularly stood out. It served its purpose as entertainment during my commute.
HighBomber
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Mud Pie Man
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Dez
Mood-based playlists help me choose books that suit my current state of mind. ListenBook has transformed my daily activities into opportunities for personal growth. πΌ Juggling tasks while exploring narratives β this app is my multitasking hero! π»π Adjusting the tone of the voice is a unique feature that adds a personalized touch to the listening experience. ListenBook is a game-changer for audiobook lovers. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history featureβitβs so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Bowie
ListenBook's support for binaural audio processing is a thoughtful touch that reduces listening fatigue. ListenBook is my daily companion, turning mundane tasks into exciting audio adventures. I'm amazed at how this app seamlessly integrates into my life, enhancing every moment with stories. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature streamlines the process of adding new content to my library.
Jigsaw
Bravo to the creators of this app β they've truly captured the essence of convenient audiobook enjoyment. The smooth playback and thoughtful design have won me over. ππ ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature is a time-saving convenience that I greatly appreciate. ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats ensures that my audiobook collection is always 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.
Highlander Monk
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NexusNavigator
ListenBook's audiobook player is a true workhorse β chapters, controls, and filters are all seamlessly integrated. ππ Rekindling my passion for books β this app has sparked a reading revolution in my daily life! π₯π ListenBook's support for looping and shuffling playback adds versatility to my audiobook enjoyment. CUE playlist support is a fantastic addition. It helps me organize my audiobooks effortlessly. The app is so well-designed. Itβs clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Raggedy Ann
I can't believe how easy it is to dive into a new world with this app. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch adds convenience to my audiobook routine. I love the ability to change the background color. Itβs a nice touch.
Cooger
ListenBook's dedication to providing an excellent user experience sets a new standard in audiobook apps. π± Unlocking the world of literature with just a tap β this app is my digital library card! ππ± Audiobooks have become my constant companions, and this app's seamless functionality and diverse compatibility ensure that every tale is a captivating journey. ππ§ Automated metadata extraction is a time-saver. My library is so organized now.
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