Book description
"Miss Beach's book is intimate, not scholarly, and thus full of interesting information. Her reminiscences are literally an index of everybody in the twenties, and she knew them all."-Janet Flanner, New YorkerSylvia Beach was intimately acquainted with the expatriate and visiting writers of the Lost Generation, a label that she never accepted. Like moths of great promise, they were drawn to her well-lighted bookstore and warm hearth on the Left Bank. Shakespeare and Companyevokes the zeitgeist of an era through its revealing glimpses of James Joyce, Ernest Hemingway, Scott Fitzgerald, Sherwood Anderson, Andre Gide, Ezra Pound, Gertrude Stein, Alice B. Toklas, D. H. Lawrence, and others already famous or soon to be.In his introduction to this new edition, James Laughlin recalls his friendship with Sylvia Beach. Like her bookstore, his publishing house, New Directions, is considered a cultural touchstone.
Shimmy Shammy
Audiobooks have made my long drives enjoyable, and this app is my co-pilot. This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark feature—it saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
AxelRoad
Sharing audiobooks with friends is a breeze thanks to ListenBook Pro's AirDrop and sharing options. Spread the joy of a good story! ListenBook is packed with useful features. It’s the best audiobook app I’ve used. An average audiobook experience. Nothing was wrong with it—the narration was fine, and the story was okay—but nothing particularly stood out. It served its purpose as entertainment during my commute.
Disco Thunder
With ListenBook, I can immerse myself in captivating stories and enriching knowledge, all in one convenient app. This app's convenience has turned my daily chores into moments of intellectual discovery – a win-win!
Flashpoint
ListenBook's support for a wide range of formats means I can listen to all my favorite content without worries. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for clear listening in noisy environments. 🚗📖 Transforming traffic jams into opportunities for literary exploration – this app keeps me engaged on the road! 🚗🎧
Starshine
Audiobooks have brought a new level of enjoyment to my daily workout routine. Audiobooks on this app have transformed my daily routines into engaging experiences. ⏰ Early mornings have become my favorite time to listen to audiobooks – energizing! 🌅🎧 Looping playback is my favorite study tool. It's a game-changer for mastering challenging content.
Eye Devil
I'm impressed by ListenBook's commitment to providing a silky-smooth playback experience. 🎙️ Turning grocery shopping into a thrilling audiobook hunt – what a game-changer! 🛒📚 📱 Carrying my favorite stories with me wherever I go – this app is like a portable library in my pocket. 📚👜 ListenBook's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically adds a visual touch to my audiobook collection. The narrator's voice was like butter - smooth, rich, and utterly pleasant to listen to for hours. They handled complex sentences with ease, making even dense material accessible. I never had to rewind because I missed something due to unclear delivery. Perfection!
Mr. Spy
I've become a more empathetic listener thanks to the emotional depth of audiobooks. I've never been this excited about my daily commute – thank you, audiobooks! ListenBook's support for various download methods and audio formats ensures that I can always find what I'm looking for. 💃 Dancing through chores with audiobooks – this app turns cleaning into a lively and literary affair! 🎶📚 Navigating through chapters has never been easier. It's a user-friendly delight.
Day Hawk
I can't believe how much more I'm 'reading' now, all thanks to this app. Looping playback is a game-changer for my study routine. It helps me retain information effectively.
Jester
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling. The import process is seamless. I had no trouble adding my audiobooks.
Silver Rose
📚 Ironing has become a joy with audiobooks – wrinkles are no match for these captivating stories! 👗🎧 Simplifying my audiobook experience – this app's design is a game-changer. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
Short Firecracker
With ListenBook, I can enjoy a wide range of audiobook formats without any hassle, making my listening experience seamless. I can't believe how easy it is to dive into a new world with this app. Great for both casual listening and studying. The audio filters are a nice touch.
Fire Queen
ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay makes my daily commute a delightful opportunity to indulge in audiobooks. ListenBook's dedication to delivering high-quality sound and user-friendly features has won me over. CUE playlist support is a fantastic organizational feature. It keeps my audiobooks neatly arranged. ListenBook’s bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book. 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.
Queen Ginger
I'm amazed by ListenBook's smooth drag-and-drop downloads in my web browser – a time-saver! ListenBook's support for network device downloads and drag-and-drop is a time-saving delight. 💪 Juggling tasks while enjoying stories has never been easier – this app's functionality is a multitasking marvel. 💼📖 Beautiful design and intuitive interface. Very pleased. I've listened to hundreds of audiobooks, and this one stands out for its professional quality. The narrator struck the ideal balance between dramatic interpretation and letting the text speak for itself. The audio engineering was superb with consistent volume levels and crystal-clear recording.
Sir Squire
I'm impressed by ListenBook's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically. Download options are versatile, making it easy to get audiobooks from various sources. ListenBook’s interface is clean and intuitive. It’s a joy to use. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. 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!
Elder Pogue
I'm amazed by the variety of genres available – there's something for everyone. With this app, reading is as simple as pressing play – it's genius! ListenBook is like a personal audiobook curator, allowing me to enjoy my favorite speeches and lectures with unmatched comfort and convenience. The statistics feature in ListenBook adds an element of self-awareness to my audiobook consumption. ListenBook's audio filters are a valuable tool for customizing my audiobook playback to perfection.
Scrapple
With ListenBook, I've found a reliable and enjoyable way to listen to audiobooks and expand my knowledge. This app has made waiting in lines and queues an opportunity for exploration and enjoyment. Kudos to ListenBook for the intuitive design and easy-to-use controls. It's evident that they've put a lot of thought into user experience. Chapters make it so easy to pick up where I left off. No more hunting around. I love how I can adjust the skip intervals. It’s perfect for my listening style.
Cujo
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I am. User-centric audiobook joy – this app's ease of use is impressive. The audio filters to adjust playback speed and volume are a fantastic addition for customizing my experience. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. 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!
LocKz
I can't get enough of this app's intuitive design – it's like a personal library right at my fingertips. I can't get enough of this app's intuitive controls – it's the perfect way to indulge in audiobooks. ListenBook's integration with AirDrop and sharing options makes it simple to spread the joy of storytelling. Adjusting the tone of the voice is so innovative. It's like personalizing the narration. AirDrop sharing is a very convenient feature. Thanks, ListenBook!
Truth
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has made multitasking with audio content a breeze. ListenBook's support for playlists in the CUE format makes organizing and enjoying audiobook series a delightful experience.
Potato Sub
Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique feature. I'm loving it! ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers! This audiobook was neither good nor bad - simply average. The narrator's delivery was professional but uninspired, and the recording quality was clean though not exceptional. It provided satisfactory entertainment without standing out from similar titles.
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