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.
Squatch
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QuestWeaver
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Treasure Devil
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BearDrift
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Ship Whip
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Energy
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Terror Master
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New Cycle
ListenBook is a prime example of user-centered design. It's clear that the developers understand audiobook lovers' needs. Quick access to chapters and controls ensures a seamless listening experience with ListenBook. It's effortless to use. The app’s design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player.
360
I can't believe how easy it is to discover new titles and genres. Pure delight! This app has added a new layer of enjoyment to my downtime – I'm truly grateful. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. It’s a fun feature. The app is so reliable. I’ve never had any issues with it. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising.
DuckDuck
Audiobooks have turned road trips into unforgettable journeys of imagination. The narration elevated an already good book to greatness! The performer's subtle vocal variations conveyed nuance I might have missed while reading. Their ability to maintain consistent character voices across many hours was impressive. Technical quality was flawless throughout.
Minty Devil
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King Bass
I've found my new favorite way to relax – cuddled up with an audiobook. I'm amazed at how effortlessly this app has made reading a constant in my life.
Guillotine
I'm addicted to this app's seamless integration with my daily routines and activities. ListenBook's compatibility with various formats ensures I never miss out on any audio gem. Automated artwork and metadata extraction add a professional touch to my audiobook collection. Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
Stud muffin
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Admiral Tot
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CosPlatoon
This app has rekindled my love for literature, and I'm spreading the word to everyone I know. Kudos to ListenBook for optimizing the app for iOS 16 – it shows their dedication to excellence. I'm amazed at how this app has made my daily routines more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. I love the ability to import books from my computer. It’s so easy.
Springheel Jack
I've been able to tackle my reading list like never before, thanks to this app. Tone adjustment is such an innovative feature. It adds a personal touch to narration. Adjusting playback speed has revolutionized the way I learn and enjoy audiobooks. I can adapt the pace to my needs, maximizing comprehension and retention. Binaural audio processing really works. Less fatigue during long listening sessions.
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