Book description
The Acclaimed International Bestseller "It is impossible to do justice to the beauty of Returning Light. The whole book is a poem." -- New York Times Book ReviewBy the lighthouse keeper on the remote, otherworldly Irish island of Skellig Michael, a "profound memoir about the importance of place and what it really means to belong" (Belfast Telegraph)"On Skellig Michael, thousands of birds appear and disappear, erecting towers, coming together in wings of movement which build and unravel over the empty sea. Often, no one else is there to stand beside me on the island. The mind wanders; links with the past are easily made; ancient ways of viewing things come alive."In 1987, Robert Harris happened upon an unusual job posting in the local paper--a new warden service was being set up on the island of Skellig Michael, and the deadline was imminent. Just weeks later he was on his way to set up camp in one of Ireland's most remote locations, unaware that he would be making that same journey every May for the next 30 years.Here he transports us to the otherworldly island, a place that is teeming with natural life, including curious puffins that like to visit his hut. From the precipice he has observed a coastline that is relatively unchanged for the last thousand years--a beacon of equilibrium in an ever-changing world.But the island can be fierce too. It's inhabitable for only five months of the year, and solitude can quickly become isolation as bad weather rolls in to create a veil between Skellig Michael and the rest of the world, when the dizzying terrain can become a very real threat to life.A beautiful and evocative work of nature writing, Returning Light is an extraordinary memoir about the profound effect a place can have on us, and how a remote location can bring with it a great sense of belonging.
Moon Orchid
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Daisy Stick
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High Beam
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Neophyte Believer
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Moon Orchid
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Hidden Tree
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Sun Runner
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Delicious Wing
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Bambi Wings
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M8deUp
With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual exploration and personal growth. The narrator was good but spoke a bit too slowly for my taste. I had to speed it up to 1.2x which then made some parts sound slightly unnatural.
Prone
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Sugar Apple
Audiobook pleasure simplified β this app's design is a standout. Auto-rewind is incredibly helpful. Excellent functionality. ListenBookβs playback is silky-smooth. The app is packed with useful features. The app is so intuitive. I didnβt even need to read the instructions.
Casanova
I've become a loyal fan of audiobooks, and this app is the reason why! I'm amazed by ListenBook's smooth drag-and-drop downloads in my web browser β a time-saver! βοΈ Kudos to the developers for creating an app that's both functional and user-friendly. I can navigate and enjoy my books effortlessly. ππ I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars!
Wooden Man
ListenBook's powerful audio downloading features make it easy to keep my content at my fingertips. The app's versatility in downloading audio is impressive. It streamlines the process and saves time. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising.
Knuckles
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling. I love the car mode. Itβs so convenient for listening while driving.
Iron Butterfly
I'm discovering books I wouldn't have considered before, and my reading horizons are expanding. Automatic metadata extraction keeps my library organized. It's a time-saver! Beautiful design and intuitive interface. Very pleased. A serviceable audiobook that met basic expectations. The narration was clear if somewhat unremarkable, and the production quality was standard without any noticeable technical issues. It kept me moderately engaged during workouts but didn't leave a lasting impression.
Heavenly Connection
The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata keeps my audiobook library organized and visually appealing. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a wonderful way to spread the joy of storytelling.
Mr. Lucky
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Snow Cream
The ability to switch between different books effortlessly is a major plus. Navigating chapters and genres is a breeze with this app's functionality. ListenBook's user-friendly interface and quick access to chapters enhance my overall listening experience. The app is well-designed and user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a joy.
Icy Avenger
Effortlessly managing my audiobook collection β this app's functionality is a winner. Accessing my favorite audiobooks has never been easier β this app's user-centric design and comprehensive features make it an absolute gem. π±π§
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