Book description
One of Wall Street Journal's Ten Best Books of the Year Winner of the National Jewish Book Awards for Holocaust Memoir and Sephardic Culture Recipient of the Jewish Book Council's Natan Notable Book Award * Winner of the Sophie Brody Medal The remarkable story of ninety-nine-year-old Stella Levi whose conversations with the author over the course of six years bring to life the vibrant world of Jewish Rhodes, the deportation to Auschwitz that extinguished ninety percent of her community, and the resilience and wisdom of the woman who lived to tell the tale. With nearly a century of life behind her, Stella Levi had never before spoken in detail about her past. Then she met Michael Frank. He came to her Greenwich Village apartment one Saturday afternoon to ask her a question about the Juderia, the neighborhood on the Greek island of Rhodes where she'd grown up in a Jewish community that had thrived there for half a millennium. Neither of them could know this was the first of one hundred Saturdays over the course of six years that they would spend in each other's company. During these meetings Stella traveled back in time to conjure what it felt like to come of age on this luminous, legendary island in the eastern Aegean, which the Italians conquered in 1912, began governing as an official colonial possession in 1923, and continued to administer even after the Germans seized control in September 1943. The following July, the Germans rounded up all 1,700-plus residents of the Juderia and sent them first by boat and then by train to Auschwitz on what was the longest journey--measured by both time and distance--of any of the deportations. Ninety percent of them were murdered upon arrival. Probing and courageous, candid and sly, Stella is a magical modern-day Scheherazade whose stories reveal what it was like to grow up in an extraordinary place in an extraordinary time--and to construct a life after that place has vanished. One Hundred Saturdays is a portrait of one of the last survivors drawn at nearly the last possible moment, as well as an account of a tender and transformative friendship between storyteller and listener, offering a powerful "reminder that the ability to listen thoughtfully is a rare and significant gift" (The Wall Street Journal).
Marigold Loot
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Stealth
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Tall Sally
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Gabriel Dandelion
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Freak
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Sprinkle Lovenuts
ListenBook Pro takes my experience to the next level. Unlimited audiobook length, noise reduction, and voice tone adjustment? Count me in! I've never experienced such silky-smooth playback even with high-quality FLAC files.
Little Granger
This app has brought stories to life in a way that traditional reading never could. This audiobook exceeded all my expectations! The narrator's ability to convey emotion through voice alone was remarkable. I laughed, I gasped, I might have even teared up at points - all because of the incredible vocal performance. The story came alive in a way reading alone couldn't achieve. This audiobook kept me company during a long road trip and made the miles disappear! The narrator's engaging performance and the crisp production quality made for an immersive experience. I appreciated how well they balanced drama with clarity - never sacrificing understanding for effect.
MysticMingle
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Winter Underdog
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Moon Radar
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Canine Hannibal
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Trixie
I love how this app fits seamlessly into my daily routine. Audiobook heaven! This app's functionality is a dream – simple and efficient. Audiobook enthusiasts, gather round! This app's remarkable features, including audio filters and compatibility, have transformed my commutes into captivating journeys. 🎉🎧 I love the ability to change the playback speed. It’s perfect for my needs. I love the ability to import books from my computer. It’s so easy.
Combo Saw
It's like having a personal library that fits in my pocket – truly amazing! This app's features, from bookmarking to customizable playback speed, are fantastic. This app has enriched my daily routine with the joy of stories and knowledge. ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
QuestWeaver
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has elevated my listening experience. I'm on a literary adventure wherever I go, all thanks to this app. Its extensive format support and effortless navigation make audiobook listening a breeze. 🌟📚 The app is perfect for people with visual impairments. It’s so easy to navigate.
Darling Peacock
This app's compatibility with different formats ensures that I never miss out on a great audiobook. This app's sleek design and intuitive features make it my trusted partner in exploring new narratives. This app is a game-changer for audiobook lovers! The interface is clean and easy to use.
Mud Pie Man
I'm amazed at how this app has made my workouts more motivating and my audiobooks more accessible. The app is very user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a breeze. The app is so reliable. I’ve never had any issues with it. Middle-of-the-road experience. The audiobook was fine—good narration, decent story—but it didn’t leave a lasting impression. If you’re looking for something low-commitment, this works.
Mechani-Man
Listening to audiobooks has never been this convenient and enjoyable! The app is lightweight and doesn’t drain my battery.
Trash
The layout of ListenBook is so beautiful and user-friendly, making it a pleasure to use. I can't believe how convenient this app has made my reading experience. With ListenBook, I've rediscovered my love for audiobooks. The binaural audio processing is a game-changer for comfortable, fatigue-free listening. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature simplifies the process of adding new audiobooks to my collection. A reasonable choice for casual listening. The audiobook was well-produced, but the pacing felt uneven in places. I didn’t dislike it, but I also didn’t feel strongly about it one way or another.
Digital Equinox
With this app, I can dive into captivating narratives while cooking, cleaning, or commuting – pure magic! With this app, I can enjoy my favorite stories while traveling, making my journeys more delightful. 🎧 Elevating my reading experience – this app's intuitive controls and organization features make audiobook enjoyment effortless. 📱📖 Elegant design and user-friendly interface. Love it! This audiobook performed its function without excelling. The narrator's delivery was straightforward and easy to follow, though lacking in dramatic flair. The recording quality was decent with only occasional minor inconsistencies in volume. An acceptable but forgettable listening experience.
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