Book description
Imagine drifting through a story so effortlessly charming, you forget you're listening to an audiobook at all. That's Memoirs of a Good-for-Nothing-Joseph von Eichendorff's 19th-century German gem, now beautifully brought to life in audio. Forget rigid plots; this is a gentle, sun-dappled wander through forests and rivers, narrated by a young man who'd rather chase clouds than chase ambition. He leaves home after a spat with his father, not with grand plans, but with a quiet curiosity that feels startlingly modern.
The magic here? It's not what he does, but how he feels it. The narrator's voice-warm, unhurried, almost whispering secrets-is pure audio gold. You hear the rustle of leaves, the murmur of a stream, the weight of a sunset settling on his shoulders. Eichendorff's Romantic love for nature isn't just described; it's lived through the narration. When he writes of mist rising over a lake or the scent of pine after rain, the audio makes it feel like you're breathing it in, right there beside him. It's philosophical, yes, but never stuffy-more like sharing quiet thoughts with a friend on a bench.
What makes this audiobook sing is how it captures the spirit of the wanderer. He's called a "good-for-nothing," but really, he's just unafraid to be present. He meets peasants, falls for a girl who seems almost too perfect (and you'll root for them both), and finds wonder in simple things-a shared meal, a moonlit path. The pacing is unhurried, matching the slow rhythm of his journey, making you lean in, forget your to-do list, and just be. The narrator's calm, lyrical delivery turns every encounter into a moment of quiet grace.
This isn't a book about grand adventures. It's a reminder to slow down, to notice the beauty in the ordinary. And in audio form? It's utterly immersive. You don't just hear the words-you feel the cool air of the countryside, the comfort of a campfire, the gentle ache of longing. It's the kind of story that lingers long after the final chapter fades, leaving you with a sense of peace you didn't know you needed. If you've ever craved a story that feels like a deep breath, this is it. Let Eichendorff's voice guide you home-to a place where wandering is purpose, and the journey is the destination. You won't just listen to this; you'll feel yourself drifting into it, one peaceful, perfect moment at a time.
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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