Book description
Calling culture lovers: sample music, films and books from 120 countries without leaving your armchair. Perfect preparation for travellers or simply a satisfying journey into the unknown, this book lists the five most interesting books and movies from each country, plus its top ten tunes. Be introduced to American jazz, French new wave cinema, Irish poetry and more. Discover a little of each countries’ life and soul through each recommendation by Lonely Planet’s experts.In-depth double page spread features examine iconic genres, artists and movements from a variety of countries:Belgium: TintinEngland: The BeatlesFrance: New Wave CinemaGermany: Love ParadePortugal: FadoRepublic of Ireland: James JoyceCuba: Cuban SonMexico: New Mexican CinemaUSA: JazzNew Zealand: Maori RenaissanceJapan: AnimeSouth Korea: K-PopWith coverage of countries that range from Argentina to Zimbabwe, this hardcover book is suited to travellers and culture enthusiasts, or as a great gift to a loved one to inspire them to dream of their next journey.About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, 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, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day. '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)
Princess Dove
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Shamrock
With this app, I can enjoy my favorite stories while traveling, making my journeys more delightful. ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats ensures that my audiobook collection is always accessible. The app's support for different audio formats is like a dream come true for audiophiles. The app is so versatile. It works with all my audiobook formats. I love the ability to change the playback speed. It’s perfect for my needs.
FireBerry
ListenBook's user-friendly interface and intuitive controls make it a joy to navigate through my audiobooks. This app's convenience has turned my exercise sessions into enlightening moments. Streamlining audiobook enjoyment – this app's functionality is truly impressive. Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks is a hassle-free process, regardless of the source. Perfect for studying with its playback controls and audio filters. Excellent app!
Blizzard Vixen
This audiobook app is a true gem – it brings stories to life with every click. ListenBook's audio filters and controls have turned my listening into a personalized experience. With this app, my audiobook library is organized and accessible, making my reading journey effortless. 🌟 Making every moment count – this app turns everyday activities into a reading adventure! 📚💫 Adjustable playback speed and volume controls are excellent.
Low Voltage
With ListenBook, I can listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with maximum comfort and convenience. Audiobooks on this app have made my morning rituals something to look forward to. Download options are plenty – I can get my audiobooks from various sources hassle-free. Downloading audio from network devices is a brilliant feature. It's incredibly convenient.
Stallion Patton
ListenBook's absence of synchronization requirements adds to its convenience and flexibility. Effortlessly enjoying audiobook journeys – this app's ease of use is a winner. Bookmarks have become my study companion. I can easily revisit important passages in my audiobooks.
Old Orange Eyes
I can finally tackle my reading list while stuck in traffic – what a win! ListenBook's dedication to excellence shines through in its performance and features. Kudos to the developers for crafting an app that understands readers' needs. The smooth playback and sleek design are pure perfection. 📚👏 The app's ability to handle various audio formats is impressive. No more file conversions! ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily.
Earl of Arms
The app's stability and reliability make it my go-to choice for audiobooks. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. My audio quality has improved dramatically.
Red Hot Kevorkian
The interface is sleek and modern. It's a pleasure to navigate and use the app. I’m so impressed with ListenBook. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Highly recommend this app!
Snow Hound
ListenBook has transformed my daily rituals into cherished opportunities for personal growth. I'm blown away by how this app has made my commutes productive and my downtime entertaining. I'm impressed by the app's compatibility with CarPlay. It keeps me entertained on long drives. Looping playback is a game-changer for my study sessions. It helps me absorb information more effectively.
Mammoth 2
With ListenBook, I can listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. Talk about convenience! This app's ease of use and support for multiple audio formats ensure that I can enjoy my favorite stories without any hassle. 📱🔊 With this app, every moment becomes an opportunity to indulge in fantastic stories. The controls, layout, and seamless playback are a reader's dream. 📚🎧 Adjusting the tone of the voice is a novel feature that allows for a personalized listening experience. A decent listen overall. The narration was clear, though some character voices sounded similar. The story was interesting but had moments where it dragged slightly. Still, it was a good way to pass the time.
Chapstick
The statistics feature in ListenBook provides valuable insights into my audiobook consumption habits. ListenBook is a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. It's reliable, versatile, and a pleasure to use. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my recordings sound clearer than ever. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is amazing. ListenBook is top-notch.
Eerie
I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my constant source of books. ⭐️ This app's functionality is a symphony of efficiency – I'm savoring stories with ease, even on the busiest days. 🎶📖
Journeyman
📱 An entire library at my fingertips – this app is a book lover's dream come true! 📚🌟 ListenBook has become my workout companion. It keeps me engaged and entertained during exercise. No more hassle with file conversion. This app handles all formats effortlessly. The best app for audiobooks. Downloading and organizing files is super easy with ListenBook. This is exactly what I look for in an audiobook! The narrator's pleasant voice and excellent diction made even complex passages easy to follow. I appreciated the subtle but effective use of pauses and emphasis that added depth to the listening experience. Finished it in record time because I couldn't stop listening.
Troubadour
🎶📚 Replacing tunes with stories – my house is alive with the sound of narration! 🎧🏠 The range of supported formats is impressive. No more converting files! Book groups are a thoughtful addition. I can group related titles for easy access. ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily.
Chlorine
I'm amazed at how this app has made my workouts more motivating and my audiobooks more accessible. 📚 Embracing reading in the digital age – this app makes accessing books a seamless and enjoyable experience. 📱🎉 The tone adjustment feature is an exciting touch, allowing me to immerse myself even more in the content. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer for improving audio quality and clarity. I've listened to hundreds of audiobooks, and this one stands out for its professional quality. The narrator struck the ideal balance between dramatic interpretation and letting the text speak for itself. The audio engineering was superb with consistent volume levels and crystal-clear recording.
42nd Street
This app is my secret to staying ahead on my reading list, even during my busiest days. I'm addicted to this app – it's like having a library in my pocket. A functional audiobook. It kept me entertained, but I wasn’t blown away. The narrator’s performance was competent, though some emotional scenes fell a bit flat.
VisionVoyager
🚗 Transforming long drives into memorable journeys through the magic of audiobooks! 🚗📚 A functional audiobook production that met basic requirements. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough to listen to for extended periods, though their performance didn't add much interpretation to the text. The audio engineering was competent without being remarkable.
Grabber
ListenBook's powerful audio downloading features are a dream come true – no more hassles! ListenBook has elevated my audiobook enjoyment to a whole new level – it's a must-have for any audio enthusiast. With ListenBook, my audio content is organized, accessible, and ready to inspire me. I love the cloud integration. I can access my books from anywhere.
Pixy Mox
Absolutely in love with this audiobook app! The seamless functionality and easy navigation make my reading time pure bliss. 📚🎧 The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that makes a big difference. It enhances my listening experience. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. My audio quality has improved dramatically. ListenBook has made listening to audiobooks a breeze. The smooth playback and intuitive interface are unmatched. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
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