Book description
"We all perform. It's what we do for each other all the time, deliberately or unintentionally. It's a way of telling about ourselves in the hope of being recognized as what we'd like to be."--Richard Avedon, 1974The preeminent stars and artists of the performing arts from the second half of the 20th century offered their greatest gifts-and, sometimes, their inner lives-to Richard Avedon. More than 200 are portrayed in Performance, many in photographs that have been rarely or never seen before. Of course, the great stars light the way: Hepburn and Chaplin, Monroe and Garland, Brando and Sinatra. But here too are the actors and comedians, pop stars and divas, musicians and dancers, artists in all mediums with public lives that were essentially performances, who stand at the pinnacle of our cultural achievement. The celebrated author and critic John Lahr offers an elegant assessment of Avedon's achievement. Four supremely talented artists from the performing arts-Mike Nichols, André Gregory, Mitsuko Uchida, and Twyla Tharp-contribute lively and moving memoirs about their collaborations with Avedon.
East Army
Finally, an app that turns my daily commute into an adventure through literature. I love how this app allows me to enjoy books even when I'm on the move. The app's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch is a huge plus. A wonderful performance! The narrator captured the mood of the book perfectly, making it easy to visualize each scene. The audio quality was crisp, and the pacing kept me hooked from start to finish.
HedgeH0g2
I've become the storyteller of my family, sharing the amazing audiobooks I've discovered. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a revelation. It elevates the audio quality to a new level. ListenBook's attention to detail is commendable. Every aspect of the app is well-crafted. I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend! 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.
Sir Shove
Now I can enjoy my favorite books anytime, even during workouts. My house has never been cleaner! I kept finding chores to do just to keep listening. The narrator's energy matched the tone of the book perfectly.
Freeze Queen
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Hidden Tree
I'm in awe of how this app has brought new dimensions to my reading experience. Tone adjustment adds a personalized touch to the narration, making the audiobook experience even more immersive. Downloading books directly in the app is so easy. Highly recommend! I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device. The app is so reliable. I’ve never had any issues with it.
Junkyard Dog
Unwinding with a good audiobook has become my favorite self-care ritual. This app has made me appreciate the art of storytelling even more. I love how this app's chapters, bookmarks, and controls give me full control over my audiobook journey. 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.
Jester
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Freaky Ratbuster
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Shamrock
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Baby Brown
This app has transformed my screen time into valuable learning and entertainment. 🎶📚 Replacing tunes with stories – my house is alive with the sound of narration! 🎧🏠 The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night. This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work!
Black Firefly
I've never experienced such silky-smooth playback even with high-quality FLAC files. Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique feature. I'm loving it! ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly improved the audio quality of my recordings. ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
Bones
ListenBook's sleek interface and precise controls make it a joy to use during my daily listening sessions. This app has made me realize that I don't need a lot of time to read. Tone adjustment is a brilliant addition that lets me personalize the narration to my liking. It adds an extra layer of connection to the audiobooks.
Blink
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Snow Hound
The app's customization options allow me to tailor the listening experience to my liking. Efficiency meets audiobooks – this app's functionality is a true winner. ListenBook's statistics feature is both enlightening and motivating. It's incredible to see the time I've invested in learning through audiobooks. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of reading.
Ember Rope
Unparalleled support for CarPlay and Apple Watch means I can take my audiobooks anywhere, anytime. With this app, I've found a way to make my daily errands more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. Audiobook magic at my fingertips! This app's comprehensive features, from statistics tracking to enhanced audio quality, enrich my reading. 📚✨ ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. It's my go-to app for literary adventures.
Daffy Neo
Listening to books in their original language has improved my foreign language skills. ListenBook's innovation, seamless playback, and versatile features make it a standout app. I’ve been using ListenBook for months, and it’s been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesn’t drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend! This audiobook was an absolute pleasure to listen to! The narrator's voice was rich and expressive, perfectly capturing the tone of the material. I found myself completely immersed in the story, often sitting in my car longer than necessary just to hear what happened next. The production quality was excellent with clear audio throughout.
Slacker Cat
I can't imagine my day without a dose of literature from this app. A functional audiobook. It kept me entertained, but I wasn’t blown away. The narrator’s performance was competent, though some emotional scenes fell a bit flat.
Midas
This app has rekindled my love for literature, and I'm spreading the word to everyone I know. Audiobook immersion simplified – this app's ease of use is a true asset. is a time-saver. It's convenient for accessing my content. Beautiful layout and easy access to chapters. Really impressed with ListenBook.
Trash Master
Listening to audiobooks has become my guilt-free indulgence, and I love it. Finally, an app that lets me enjoy my personal audiobooks, lectures, and speeches effortlessly. ListenBook has redefined my audiobook experience. It's a true companion for all my literary adventures. Adjustable playback speed and volume controls are fantastic features.
Tan Stallion
Effortless audiobook exploration – this app's functionality is remarkable. The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks.
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