Book description
Journey back in time with this collection of classic travel writing from great authors and adventurers. These extraordinary odysseys over land and sea captivated audiences and gave them a glimpse into countries, cities and cultures like never before.Tales include Robert Falcon Scott's doomed Antarctic expedition of 1910-13; Robert Byron's ten-month journey through Persia to Afghanistan in the early 30s; Jack London's 1907 sailing adventure across the south Pacific; and Teddy Roosevelt's scientific exploration of the Brazilian jungle's exotic flora and fauna.Each author and their piece of writing is introduced by editor Mark Mackenzie, who gives context to the work and provides an insightful look into how travel has changed since they were originally published.Features extracts from:The Worst Journey in the World - Apsley Cherry-GarrardTheRoad to Oxiana - Robert ByronSea and Sardinia - DH LawrenceCruise of the Snark - Jack LondonAmerican Notes - Charles DickensThrough the Brazilian Wilderness - Teddy RooseveltLife on the Mississippi - Mark TwainLetters Written During a Short Residence in Norway, Sweden, and Denmark - Mary WollstonecraftIn Morocco - Edith WhartonMissionary Travels and Researches in South Africa - David LivingstoneThe Histories - HerodotusSouth: The Story of Shackleton's Last Expedition 1914-1917 - Ernest ShackletonAbout 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 grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, on mobile, video and in 14 languages, 12 international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks and more.
NemesisX
The selection of classics is a treasure trove for literature enthusiasts. This app's sleek design and intuitive features make it my trusted partner in exploring new narratives.
Force
I've been recommending this app to all my friends – it's a true game-changer. With ListenBook, I can immerse myself in captivating stories and enriching knowledge, all in one convenient app. The narrators on this app are truly talented – they bring characters to life. ListenBook's dedication to providing an exceptional listening experience shines through in every aspect of the app. 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.
Ladybird
Navigating through chapters is a breeze. It's like having a personal reading guide. The intuitive interface and efficient navigation make this app a pleasure to use every day.
Mr. Lucky
With ListenBook, I've found a reliable and enjoyable way to listen to audiobooks and expand my knowledge. Navigating chapters is a breeze with ListenBook. It's a user-friendly and seamless experience.
Lady Petal
Frequent updates ensure there's always something new and exciting to listen to. I'm amazed by ListenBook's dedication to quality – it's evident in every feature. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback features have become indispensable tools in my audiobook learning.
Iron Butterfly
With this app, I'm experiencing the joy of reading in a whole new light. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my recordings sound clearer than ever. The interface is so clean and clutter-free. It’s a pleasure to use. I’ve been using ListenBook for months, and it’s been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesn’t drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
Granola Dove
ListenBook has taken my listening pleasure to new heights – it's a true audio marvel. I'm hooked on this app's ease of use – it's a reader's dream come true. Finally, an app that values usability – navigating and listening is a breeze!
Sugar Domino
The fact that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats without DRM protection is a huge win. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch has made audiobook listening a part of my daily routine.
Moonflower
🏃♂️📚 Running through chapters has never been smoother – the app's streamlined functionality keeps me on track with my reading goals. 🏃♂️🎧 Looping playback is a study aid sent from heaven. It's helping me ace my exams!
New York Winder
💡 This app's convenience is a blessing – I can squeeze in reading time between managing household tasks! 📱👩🍳 Adjusting the tone of the voice is a unique and fun feature. I can customize the narration to my liking. Makes audiobook listening super easy and enjoyable. Thanks, ListenBook!
Flint Cast-Iron
The app's design is sleek and modern – it's a pleasure to navigate. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval add a professional touch to my audiobook library. I don't have strong feelings about this one either way. The narration was competent but forgettable. The story itself was more engaging than the performance.
Judge
Thanks for making my daily commute to work enjoyable and engaging! 🚗 Turning road trips into unforgettable adventures – audiobooks keep me entertained on the journey! 🚗📖 With ListenBook, I can finally enjoy my audiobooks without worrying about format compatibility. It handles everything! ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks. It's like having a personal assistant for my literary adventures.
Dance Bloom
With ListenBook, I can immerse myself in captivating stories and enriching knowledge, all in one app. This app's features, from bookmarking to customizable playback speed, are fantastic. I can't believe how easily this app has fit into my daily routine.
New York Mood
The ability to adjust playback speed and volume is a game-changer for me. The noise reduction feature is a game-changer for clearer dictaphone recordings.
Hella Fella
ListenBook has transformed my listening habits, making them more engaging and enjoyable. This app has made waiting in lines and queues an opportunity for exploration and enjoyment. Savoring captivating stories has become a breeze with this app's sleek design and convenient features. It's like having a personal reading assistant! 📱📖 The app's performance is exceptional, ensuring a smooth and uninterrupted audiobook experience. It's clear that it's designed with audiobook enthusiasts in mind. The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes.
Shade Nightman
Kudos to the developers for creating an app that caters to audiobook lovers like me. From sleek design to functional features, it's a true gem. 💎📚 I appreciate the dark mode option. It’s easy on the eyes during nighttime listening.
Miss Murder
ListenBook has become my go-to workout companion. It keeps me motivated and entertained. Downloading audiobooks over WiFi is super easy. Saves time.
Nessie Pork
AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks. Great feature! Packed with useful features. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook app. My house has never been cleaner! I kept finding chores to do just to keep listening. The narrator's energy matched the tone of the book perfectly.
Demo Tequila
I'm amazed at how this app has made my daily activities more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. From novels to speeches, this app's versatility in playing various audio formats has turned my daily activities into enriching listening sessions. What a game-changer! 🌟📚
Virgo Moon
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook is a fun feature that adds a unique touch to my audiobook experience. ListenBook has turned my audio content into an immersive, personalized, and unforgettable experience. 🌟 Transforming laundry time into a journey through fantastic stories – thank you, this app! 👚📖 As an audiobook enthusiast, this app is a dream come true. Its compatibility with various formats and easy navigation make it my ultimate reading companion. 🌟🎧 Quick access to chapters and smooth playback. Fantastic app!
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