Book description
In Love in a Dark Time, Colm Tóibín looks at the life and work of some of the greatest and most influential artists of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Linked by the common thread of their sexualities, his subjects range from figures such as Oscar Wilde, born in the 1850s, to Pedro Almodóvar, born nearly a hundred years later.Tóibín studies how a changing world impacted on the lives of people who, on the whole, kept their homosexuality hidden, and reveals that the laws of desire changed everything for them, both in their private lives and in the spirit of their work.Now part of the Picador Collection, a series showcasing the very best of modern literature.
Scrapper
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Pepper
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StarZen
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RDTN
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Sugar Hiccup
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction ensures that my listening experience remains clear and enjoyable. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my recordings sound clearer than ever.
Daffy Girl
User-friendly brilliance! This app's functionality enhances my audiobook experience. ListenBook's sharing options make it a breeze to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts and share recommendations. Bookmarking favorite parts of audiobooks is a breeze. It's like having a personalized study guide.
Soiled Dove
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ZenaCake
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Lime
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Firedog
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CloudFrenzy
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West Warrior
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Pinball Wizard
I used to struggle to find time for books – now, I listen while doing chores! I'm so grateful for this app – it's like having a personal storyteller wherever I go. 🎙️ Grocery shopping has taken an exciting turn – I'm on a mission to explore new worlds through audiobooks! 🛒📚 Perfect for listening to educational materials. Highly efficient and useful. The app supports background playback, which is a must for me.
Predator
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Doll Champagne
The family subscription option is a money-saver – everyone gets to enjoy their favorite books. 🌟 Who needs a dull commute when you can embark on literary journeys with this app? 🚗📖
GoldTouch
Thanks to ListenBook's extensive statistics, I can track my audiobook consumption and celebrate my progress. With this app, I've rediscovered the joy of reading through my ears, making every moment more valuable. 🌌 Igniting my imagination while preparing dinner – this app adds flavor to every meal! 🍲📖 Tone adjustment adds a unique touch to my listening experience. I'm hooked! Perfect for listening to educational materials. Highly efficient and useful.
Suicide Crusher
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Natural Mess
This app has made literature accessible and engaging for all ages. This app is my secret weapon for staying entertained during mundane tasks. I'm amazed at how this app's narrators bring characters and stories to life. The playback controls are so responsive. No lag at all. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars!
Dandelion
ListenBook's interface is sleek and user-friendly, making navigation a breeze. This app's convenience has made my audiobook addiction thrive! No more hassle with file conversion. This app handles all formats effortlessly. 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!
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