Book description
Winner of the National Book Critics Circle Award in CriticismA New York Times Book Review Editors' ChoiceA New York Times Top 10 Nonfiction Book of the Year, as selected by Dwight GarnerGeoff Dyer has earned the devotion of passionate fans on both sides of the Atlantic through his wildly inventive, romantic novels as well as several brilliant, uncategorizable works of nonfiction. All the while he has been writing some of the wittiest, most incisive criticism we have on an astonishing array of subjects-music, literature, photography, and travel journalism-that, in Dyer's expert hands, becomes a kind of irresistible self-reportage. Otherwise Known as the Human Condition collects twenty-five years of essays, reviews, and misadventures. Here he is pursuing the shadow of Camus in Algeria and remembering life on the dole in Brixton in the 1980s; reflecting on Richard Avedon and Ruth Orkin, on the status of jazz and the wonderous Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, on the sculptor ZadKine and the saxophonist David Murray (in the same essay), on his heroes Rebecca West and Ryszard Kapus'cin'ski, on haute couture and sex in hotels. Whatever he writes about, his responses never fail to surprise. For Dyer there is no division between the reflective work of the critic and the novelist's commitment to lived experience: they are mutually illuminating ways to sharpen our perceptions. His is the rare body of work that manages to both frame our world and enlarge it.
Whipsaw
This app has rekindled my passion for storytelling in the most convenient way. Automatic metadata retrieval adds a professional touch to my audiobook collection. The app is so reliable. I’ve never had any issues with it.
Backstreet
Audiobooks made delightful – this app's usability is a breath of fresh air. AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks. Great feature! ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Soiled Dove
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Delicious Wing
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Darling Peacock
Sharing audiobooks with friends is so easy with AirDrop. It's a great way to spread happiness. I love the ability to import books from my computer. It’s so easy.
ByteBard
ListenBook's seamless audio player has turned my listening sessions into moments of pure delight. ListenBook has turned my daily routines into audiobook-driven journeys of imagination. Auto-rewind is incredibly helpful. Excellent functionality. I love the ability to change the background color. It’s a nice touch. An average audiobook experience. Nothing was wrong with it—the narration was fine, and the story was okay—but nothing particularly stood out. It served its purpose as entertainment during my commute.
Ozzie Treat
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AirportHobo XD
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Swedish Twizz
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Cujo
Audiobook lovers, rejoice! This app's functionality is a game-changer. Seamlessly switch between formats and enjoy a hassle-free reading experience. 📱🎧 Automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library.
Kabuki
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All Natural
🏡 Making house chores more enjoyable – audiobooks help me stay engaged while tidying up the living space. 🏠📚 The adjustable playback speed is a secret weapon for getting through educational content faster.
Demo Zero
Being able to customize the listening duration is perfect for quick breaks. This app's convenience has made my downtime more rewarding and enriching. 📱 It's like having a personal audiobook library at my fingertips! This app's functionality is a dream come true for book lovers. 📚🔥 Adjustable playback speed is a brilliant feature. It adds a layer of customization to my audiobook enjoyment. Automated artwork and metadata extraction add a professional touch to my audiobook collection.
Dark Horse
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has elevated my listening experience. I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my constant source of books. ⏰ Waking up to audiobooks – mornings have never been this magical and inspiring! ☀️🎧 CUE playlist support is a brilliant feature that allows me to create customized listening experiences for different moods, activities, and moments of the day. AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks with friends.
Vixen
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Z-Boy
This app's support for various formats ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks without any hassle. This audiobook was neither good nor bad - simply average. The narrator's delivery was professional but uninspired, and the recording quality was clean though not exceptional. It provided satisfactory entertainment without standing out from similar titles.
Upper D3ckR
ListenBook is the perfect blend of technology and art, turning audio into an unforgettable experience. The compatibility with Apple Watch is a huge plus. I can control my audiobooks from my wrist! Perfect for listening to educational content. Highly recommend! The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices.
Storm Master
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Duke Electro
ListenBook has reignited my love for storytelling and learning, one audio file at a time. I'm amazed by the attention to detail, from automatic metadata extraction to customizable settings. One of the best audiobooks I’ve heard! The story was compelling, and the narrator’s delivery added depth to every scene. I found myself looking for excuses to listen just a little longer. Will definitely revisit this one!
Wildcat Appaloosa
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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