Book description
From the acclaimed author of How I Became a Tree, an enchanting and joyous exploration of life and creativity at the geographical edges of the modern world "A striking mix of memoir and literary analysis. . . . Wise and whimsical."-Tunku Varadarajan, Wall Street Journal Who is a provincial? In this subversive book, Sumana Roy assembles a striking cast of writers, artists, filmmakers, cricketers, tourist guides, English teachers, lovers and letter writers, private tutors and secret-keepers whose lives and work provide varied answers to that question. Combining memoir with the literary, sensory, and emotional history of an ignored people, she challenges the metropolitan's dominance to reclaim the joyous dignity of provincial life, its tics and taunts, enthusiasms and tragicomedies. In a wide-ranging series of "postcards" from the peripheries of India, Europe, America, and the Middle East, Roy brings us deep into the imaginative world of those who have carried their provinciality like a birthmark. Ranging from Rabindranath Tagore to William Shakespeare, John Clare to the Bhakti poets, T. S. Eliot to J. M. Coetzee, V. S. Naipaul to the Brontës, and Kishore Kumar to Annie Ernaux, she celebrates the provincials' humor and hilarity, playfulness and irony, belatedness and instinct for carefree accidents and freedom. Her unprecedented account of provincial life offers an alternative portrait of our modern world.
Feral Filly
The controls on ListenBook are intuitive and user-friendly, making it a joy to navigate through my audiobooks. The ease of downloading content via WiFi, WebDAV, and more has made ListenBook my audiobook hub. Downloading over WiFi saves so much time. Very efficient.
Gentle Avenger
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MindfulMingle
ListenBook's controls for looping and shuffling playback have made studying and revisiting content a breeze. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to connect over shared interests.
Troubled Chick
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Dora the Destroyer
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NexusNavigator
Listening to audiobooks while gardening has made my outdoor time even more relaxing. 🎶📚 Tuning in to the symphony of stories – audiobooks are the soundtrack of my daily routines. 🎵📚 The app's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch makes it a true companion for all occasions. Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice adds a layer of personalization that I never knew I needed. This was a competent audiobook production with no major flaws. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough and the audio quality was acceptable, though not exceptional. While the performance didn't particularly stand out, it served its purpose adequately for my daily commute.
ThoughtTracer
With ListenBook, I can enjoy my own audio content with unparalleled ease and comfort. The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook library. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a thoughtful gesture that ListenBook makes seamless. 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!
ShadowFax
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Jetta Talent
I love that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats, making my library diverse. Audiobooks at my fingertips – this app's ease of use is a game-changer. ListenBook Pro is worth every penny. Unlimited audiobook length? Count me in! Supports a wide range of formats flawlessly. Very happy with it.
Trixie Doodle
The bookmark feature is a lifesaver – no more losing my place in the story! Audiobooks have made my long commutes enjoyable, and I'm always eager to see what's next. 💼 Making work hours enjoyable – audiobooks turn my tasks into learning opportunities and moments of joy. 💻📖 I love how I can create playlists. It’s perfect for organizing my books.
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Pecan Oblivion
This app's customizable features, from playback speed to filters, are fantastic. With ListenBook, I can enjoy my own audio content with unparalleled ease and comfort. ⭐️ A round of applause for an app that prioritizes functionality – I can seamlessly switch between audiobooks and other tasks. 👏🎧
Trigger Warming
The convenience of having an entire library at my fingertips is a dream come true. I love that ListenBook Pro allows me to customize the tone of the sound – it adds a personal touch. Navigating chapters and genres is a breeze with this app's functionality. The user-friendly interface and precise controls make listening to audiobooks an absolute delight. The tone adjustment feature is an exciting touch, allowing me to immerse myself even more in the content.
Grotas
I've never been this excited about my daily commute – thank you, audiobooks! Seamless audiobook integration – this app's design is a true delight. AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks with friends.
WanderWord
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Rummy Stickers
This app has made my commutes and long drives a source of joy and learning. The book groups feature is a thoughtful addition. It helps me keep my series and related titles together.
Icy Avenger
📱 Carrying stories wherever I go – this app's convenience allows me to indulge my love for reading on the move. 📚🛍️ Simplifying my reading routine – this app's ease of use is remarkable. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a true savior for immersive listening, even in busy surroundings. ListenBook's sharing options make it a breeze to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts and share recommendations. I've listened to hundreds of audiobooks and this narrator is now in my top 5. Their timing and inflection were masterful. Never a dull moment in the entire performance.
Rando Tank
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Admiral Tot
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Darkside Isis
I'm amazed by how this app effortlessly turns my daily routines into enjoyable learning sessions. Looping playback has made memorization so much easier. I'm acing my exams!
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