Book description
John Dryden was born on the 19th August 1631 in the village rectory of Aldwincle near Thrapston in Northamptonshire. Over the course of his career he made an immense contribution to literary life, so much so that the Restoration Age is also known as the Age Of Dryden. He was educated at Westminster and Trinity College Cambridge. In 1654 he graduated from Trinity but a short while later his Father died leaving him a little land and with it an income but unfortunately not enough to live on. He returned to London during the Protectorate and at Cromwell’s funeral on November 23rd 1658 he walked in a procession with the Puritan Poets. That same year he published his first major poem, Heroique Stanzas (1658), a restrained eulogy on Cromwell's death. In 1660 he celebrated the Restoration of the monarchy and the return of Charles II with Astraea Redux, an authentic royalist panegyric. In this work the interregnum is a time of anarchy, and Charles is seen as the restorer of peace and order. With this Dryden established himself as the leading poet of the day and with it came his allegiance to the new government. On December 1st 1663 he married Lady Elizabeth Howard who was to bear him three sons. He also began to write plays now that theatres had re-opened after the Puritan ban. In 1665 the Great Plague of London ensured that all London theatres were closed again. Dryden retreated to Wiltshire. The next year the Great Fire of London swept through London. In 1667, he published Annus Mirabilis, a lengthy historical poem which described the events of 1666; the English defeat of the Dutch naval fleet and the Great Fire of London. It was a modern epic in pentameter quatrains that established him as the preeminent poet of his generation. By 1668 he was the Poet Laureate and had also contracted to write 3 plays a year for the King’s Company. This was for many years to now become the main source of his income and of course his Restoration Comedies are almost without peer. Dryden’s career remains a glorious example of English culture and for many he is as revered as Shakespeare. Dryden died on 12 May 1700, and was initially buried in St. Anne's cemetery in Soho, before being exhumed and reburied in Westminster Abbey ten days later
Heavenly Connection
ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an essential tool for my audiobook enjoyment. CUE playlist support is a brilliant feature that allows me to create customized listening experiences for different moods, activities, and moments of the day.
Crazy Eights
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personalized touch to my audiobook experience. 📱 My pocket-sized library – this app makes reading accessible anytime, anywhere! 📚📱 The variety of supported formats means I can enjoy audiobooks from different sources hassle-free. I can’t believe how easy it is to manage my audiobook library with ListenBook. Highly recommended!
Impulsive Flower
ListenBook's dedication to providing an excellent user experience sets a new standard in audiobook apps. With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual exploration and personal growth. Gone are the days of waiting for the right time to read – this app is always ready. I can't get enough of this app – it's a true game-changer for book lovers. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks perfectly.
BearDrift
ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay has made my drives more informative. The ability to adjust playback speed is a fantastic study aid. I'm absorbing information faster than ever.
Mule Lock
🚶♀️🎧 Walking has never been this productive – exploring new worlds while I exercise! 🏞️💫 💡 The future of audiobook listening is here – this app's sleek functionality redefines how we enjoy our favorite stories. 🎧🔮 ListenBook's sharing options make it easy to spread the joy of captivating stories with friends. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval add a professional touch to my carefully curated audiobook collection.
Scarlet Mary
Audiobooks have transformed my daily walks into a time of inspiration and learning. ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have taken my audiobook journey to new heights. I'm hooked on this app's ability to transform my ordinary moments into exciting opportunities for learning. I've rediscovered my love for reading, all thanks to this app's convenience. Easy sharing with friends via AirDrop. Very convenient.
Lewd Dice
Audiobooks on this app have transformed my daily routines into engaging experiences. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks. It's like having a personal assistant for my literary adventures. Beautiful design and intuitive interface. Very user-friendly. I love the ability to change the background color. It’s a nice touch.
InsightfulInk
Audiobooks on this app have made me look forward to my long commutes. With this app, I can devour books like never before – it's incredibly efficient. ListenBook has become an essential part of my day, enhancing my commute and allowing me to enjoy audiobooks like never before. Organizing my audiobook library has never been easier. The app keeps everything tidy.
Lil Rebel Ma
ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. Now I can enjoy my favorite lectures and speeches with ease! I'm amazed at how effortlessly I can immerse myself in stories with this app. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature.
Mafia Rapunzel
I can't imagine my audio routine without ListenBook's seamless and user-friendly design. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
Firecracker
ListenBook has become my go-to app for all things audio – from lectures to speeches, it's got it all. ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch is seamless. I can now enjoy my favorite audiobooks during commutes and workouts.
Zero Corn
The diverse selection of audiobooks has made me fall in love with storytelling all over again. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer for immersive listening in any environment.
Romance Princess
ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay makes my daily commute a delightful opportunity to indulge in audiobooks. 🌟 Who needs a dull commute when you can embark on literary journeys with this app? 🚗📖 Audiobooks made accessible and enjoyable – this app's design is a triumph. Simplifying my audiobook experience – this app's design is remarkable. Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks has become effortless, regardless of the source.
Contrary Mary
ListenBook's beautiful layout and quick access to chapters make navigation effortless. The app's performance is beyond impressive. It's like it's tailor-made for my device. Quick access to chapters and smooth playback. Excellent app! The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes.
Midnight Rider
With ListenBook, my audio content is organized, accessible, and ready to inspire me. Gone are the days of straining my eyes to read – this app lets me 'read' with my ears, anywhere, anytime.
Necromancer
With ListenBook, I can keep track of my audiobook consumption and explore new content with ease. The adjustable playback speed feature is a true innovation. It adds a personalized touch to my listening.
Bom Crossed
With this app, audiobook listening has become a seamless and enjoyable part of my everyday life. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a unique feature that adds a personalized touch to the listening experience.
Demo Tequila
I'm grateful for ListenBook's seamless compatibility with a variety of formats – it's a true lifesaver. This app has become my ultimate travel companion, ensuring that I'm always entertained and inspired. Auto-rewind feature is a lifesaver. I never lose my place!
InsightfulInk
ListenBook's library organization and Book Groups feature make it easy to keep my audiobooks organized and accessible. With ListenBook, I've found a way to make the most of my free time while indulging in my love for audiobooks. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising.
Mr. Peppermint
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch enhances my audiobook experience during daily activities. Download via WiFi, WebDAV, iTunes – options galore to suit everyone's preferences. This app is a game-changer for audiobook lovers! The interface is clean and easy to use. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature.
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