Book description
"This quietly profound book belongs on the shelf next to Jon Krakauer's Into the Wild." --The New York Times The riveting true story of Dick Conant, an American folk hero who, over the course of more than twenty years, canoed solo thousands of miles of American rivers--and then disappeared near the Outer Banks of North Carolina. This book "contains everything: adventure, mystery, travelogue, and unforgettable characters" (David Grann, best-selling author of Killers of the Flower Moon). For decades, Dick Conant paddled the rivers of America, covering the Mississippi, Yellowstone, Ohio, Hudson, as well as innumerable smaller tributaries. These solo excursions were epic feats of planning, perseverance, and physical courage. At the same time, Conant collected people wherever he went, creating a vast network of friends and acquaintances who would forever remember this brilliant and charming man even after a single meeting. Ben McGrath, a staff writer at The New Yorker, was one of those people. In 2014 he met Conant by chance just north of New York City as Conant paddled down the Hudson, headed for Florida. McGrath wrote a widely read article about their encounter, and when Conant's canoe washed up a few months later, without any sign of his body, McGrath set out to find the people whose lives Conant had touched--to capture a remarkable life lived far outside the staid confines of modern existence. Riverman is a moving portrait of a complex and fascinating man who was as troubled as he was charismatic, who struggled with mental illness and self-doubt, and was ultimately unable to fashion a stable life for himself; who traveled alone and yet thrived on connection and brought countless people together in his wake. It is also a portrait of an America we rarely see: a nation of unconventional characters, small river towns, and long-forgotten waterways.
Kinged
Audiobooks at my fingertips β this app's functionality is a game-changer. Adjustable playback speed and volume controls are excellent. Auto-rewind is a very handy feature. Excellent app.
Crazy Eights
The narrator's voices are so soothing β a perfect way to unwind after a stressful day. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun and interactive way to connect. Finally, an audiobook player that supports all formats! No more converting files.
Contrary Mary
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Bitmap
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Tin Fox
ListenBook's powerful audio downloading features are a dream come true β no more hassles! ListenBook's absence of synchronization requirements adds to its convenience and flexibility. Makes listening to audiobooks easy and enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook!
Die Slice
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Freaky Ratbuster
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Mercury Reborn
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has made multitasking with audio content a breeze. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night.
White Snare
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Succubus In Training
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Shade Nightman
This app is perfect for audiobook lovers. The interface is beautiful and easy to navigate. I appreciate the statistics feature. ListenBook helps me track my listening habits. I love the cloud integration. I can access my books from anywhere.
Hen Skittle
This app's intuitive features and easy navigation make it the perfect companion for any audiobook lover. βοΈ A round of applause for an app that prioritizes functionality β I can seamlessly switch between audiobooks and other tasks. ππ§ User-centric audiobook joy β this app's ease of use is a true marvel. Apple Watch compatibility adds a new level of convenience to my audiobook enjoyment. It's seamless control at my wrist. ListenBookβs playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
Cuff Queen
I never knew my daily walks could be so fulfilling β all thanks to this app. ListenBook Pro offers an unbeatable deal β unlimited audiobook length and noise reduction. The app's compatibility with various sources for audio download is a true time-saver.
Sepukku
ListenBook Pro takes my experience to the next level. Unlimited audiobook length, noise reduction, and voice tone adjustment? Count me in! Book groups are a thoughtful addition. I can group related titles for easy access. The statistics tracking is a nice touch. ListenBook helps me keep track of my audiobook habits. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night. As someone who listens to audiobooks daily, I can confidently say ListenBook is the best player out there. The sleep timer and auto-rewind features are lifesavers, and the sound quality is exceptional. Thank you for such a great app!
Pink Stream
The diverse range of narrators adds a new layer of depth to each story. I'm hooked on this app's ability to transform my ordinary moments into exciting opportunities for learning. Tone adjustment is so cool. It's like customizing the reader's voice to my liking. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks. Very convenient.
Digital Goddess
ππ Exploring stories even with my eyes off the page β this app is a bedtime dream! π΄π§ The playback speed control is a game-changer. ListenBook lets me listen at my own pace.
Coffee
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McDreamy
πΆ Music? Nah, I prefer immersing myself in captivating stories with this app! πΆπ Looping playback is my favorite feature. It's perfect for revisiting complex content.
Kamikaze Grandma
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Disco Thunder
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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