Book description
"His writing is fresh and accessible, and so tender. As soon as I started reading it, I immediately started thinking of friends I'd like to give it to." -Judith L. Lief, editor of The Profound Treasury of the Ocean of DharmaA mad riot of interconnections: art, Buddhism, mandala principle, spiritual pursuits, growing up goth in the 90s, the theories of Marshall McLuhan, and a mongoose-to name but a few. Meditation teacher, filmmaker, writer, and art savant Kevin Townley turns his unique gaze upon 26 artists and magnifies the power and meaning of the five Buddhist wisdom energies through explorations of their work. Rather than trying to "explain" these energies, he reveals them to you in familiar visual language while, of course, pushing the boundaries of what you might have thought you saw at first glance. Townley leads you to, invites you in, and sometimes springs upon you, the perennial wisdom in the worlds of artists from Artemisia to Hilma af Klint to Marilyn Minter. Beautifully written and hilariously disarming, Look, Look, Look, Look, Look Again vibrates with lucid insight into society, history, and establishment, while teaching you a lot about meditation and Buddhism along the way. In exploring the practice, life, and work of these 26 artists (all of whom are women) through the lens of the five wisdom energies, you come away with a deeper understanding of yourself, the world, and the true dharma that transcends culture and religion-and a profound gratitude for anyone really willing to look. "Without a doubt, Townley is the Fran Lebowitz of Buddhist writing." -John Hodgman, host of the Judge John Hodgman Podcast"Kevin Townley demystifies that daunting link between art and spirituality while leaving room for the divine. By weaving artists' histories with his own, he makes the reader feel comfortable drawing connections between heady concepts and personal experience. Through a unique blend of compassion and curiosity, Kevin Townley has given readers a more intimate, spiritually-minded Ways of Seeing." -Tavi Gevinson, actor, writer, and founder of Rookie
Sandbox
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Popeye Wipeout
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Intimidating Presence
ListenBook's dedication to delivering high-quality sound and user-friendly features has won me over. I love that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats, making my library diverse. This app is a game-changer for anyone who's always on the go – it's like carrying a library in my pocket. I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend!
Freesia
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Grave Scuttlebutt
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MrOnsTr
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The Final Judgement
The fact that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats without DRM protection is a huge win. This app's intuitive features and easy navigation make it a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook's customizable audio filters are a game-changer for tailoring my audiobook playback. Looping playback helps me immerse myself in the content. It's my secret study weapon.
Charms
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Cabbie
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Bad Princess
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Skool
This app isn't just a tool, it's a wellspring of inspiration and positive vibes. I love that I can download content directly from the internet within the ListenBook app – so handy! What a delightful listening experience! The narrator's timing was impeccable, knowing exactly when to pause for effect or let the words flow. Their character voices were distinct yet natural - no over-the-top accents or distracting vocal tics. The audio quality was consistently excellent.
Dahlia
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Sweet Manhattan
The variety of narrators adds a unique touch to each book, making every experience special. This app has made my commutes and long drives a source of joy and learning. ListenBook's sharing options make it a breeze to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts and share recommendations. Looping playback helps me retain knowledge from audiobooks effectively. It's an invaluable tool. It was fine. The narrator did an adequate job but nothing about the performance particularly stood out to me. Got me through my commute though.
Manimal
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Sherm
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Sky Herald
The app's customization options allow me to tailor the listening experience to my liking. The minimalist interface and intuitive settings make for an amazing user experience. I'm hooked on this app's ability to make every moment a reading moment. I love how I can create playlists. It’s perfect for organizing my books. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
InsightInkwell
The variety of narrators adds a unique touch to each book, making every experience special. Audiobooks have become my constant companions, and this app's seamless functionality and diverse compatibility ensure that every tale is a captivating journey. 🌌🎧 Perfect for listening to lectures and speeches. Highly useful app.
Undergrad Split
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Hermopolis
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Black Mustard
Thanks to this app, listening to audiobooks has become a delightful habit. This app has given me the joy of reading even when my hands are full. With this app, I can enjoy my favorite stories while traveling, making my journeys more delightful. Effortlessly enjoying audiobooks on the go – kudos to this app's functionality. Configurable auto-rewind is genius. No more confusion when I pause and resume.
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