Book description
Off the Wall at Callahan's Delivers Pure Robinson Wit
Spider Robinson's "Off the Wall at Callahan's" proves why he's a double award winner. This collection distills the essence of his beloved Callahan's Place series into something uniquely entertaining.
The audiobook format works surprisingly well for what could have been a visual experience. Rather than simply reading quotes, Robinson's compilation of epigrams, maxims, and puns from the first five Callahan's books creates its own rhythm. The material originally appeared as wall graffiti in the fictional saloon, and narrator's delivery captures the conversational tone perfectly.
What makes this work isn't just the humor-though Robinson's wit remains sharp throughout. It's how these seemingly random observations build into something resembling philosophy. The collection includes song lyrics, customer observations, and the kind of barroom wisdom that sounds ridiculous until you think about it.
Phil Foglio's black and white illustrations add character to the print version, but the audiobook relies on Robinson's natural storytelling ability. His delivery captures both the absurdity and genuine heart that made the Callahan's series popular.
The "capsule bios" section provides satisfying closure, giving context to the real and fictional personalities behind the quotes. This isn't just filler-Robinson uses these brief portraits to reinforce the community feeling that defines Callahan's Place.
Listeners familiar with the series will appreciate having these gems collected. Newcomers get a taste of Robinson's particular blend of humor and humanity. The audiobook succeeds because it doesn't try to be more than it is-entertaining, thoughtful, and distinctly off the wall.
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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
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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