Book description
"Superb . . . [The] final, splendid, most personal work of [Janet Malcolm's] long career." --Charles Finch, The New York Times Book Review For decades, Janet Malcolm's books and dispatches for The New Yorker and The New York Review of Books poked and prodded at reportorial and biographical convention, gesturing toward the artifice that underpins both public and private selves. In Still Pictures, she turns her gimlet eye on her own life--a task demanding a writer just as peerlessly skillful as she was widely known to be. Still Pictures, then, is not the story of a life but an event on its own terms, an encounter with identity and family photographs as poignant and original as anything since Roland Barthes's Camera Lucida. Malcolm looks beyond the content of the image and the easy seductions of self-recognition, constructing a memoir from memories that pose questions of their own. Still Pictures begins with the image of a morose young girl on a train, leaving Prague for New York at the age of five in 1939. From her fitful early loves, to evenings at the old Metropolitan Opera House, to her fascination with what it might mean to be a "bad girl," Malcolm assembles a composite portrait of a New York childhood, one that never escapes the tug of Europe and the mysteries of fate and family. Later, Still Pictures delves into her marriage to Gardner Botsford, the world of William Shawn's New Yorker, and the libel trial that led Malcolm to become a character in her own drama. Displaying the sharp wit and astute commentary that are Malcolmian trademarks, this brief volume develops into a memoir like few others in our literature.
Impulse
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ThreadTraveler
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Gumby Train
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RZRWRE
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Fresh Peper
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Microwave Chardonnay
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Neophyte Believer
The sound quality is outstanding – it's like having a movie theater in my ears! I love how this app seamlessly integrates into my busy schedule, making multitasking a breeze. 🎶📚 Replacing tunes with stories – my house is alive with the sound of narration! 🎧🏠
DreamWeaver
Organization made simple – this app's efficient management of my audiobook collection ensures that every story is just a tap away. Convenience at its finest. 📖📱 Binaural audio processing reduces fatigue during long listening sessions. A fantastic feature! ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Phoenix Tetra
ListenBook's extensive library and user-friendly interface have made it my go-to app. ListenBook has become my go-to app for exploring a diverse range of audiobooks. It offers a wide array of features that cater to different preferences and needs. The app is so well-designed. It’s clear the developers put a lot of thought into it. Middle-of-the-road experience. The audiobook was fine—good narration, decent story—but it didn’t leave a lasting impression. If you’re looking for something low-commitment, this works.
Cereal Killer
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Blink
I'm impressed by the app's performance – it's stable, fast, and tailored for audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. It enhances the audio quality and ensures that I can immerse myself fully in the content. Navigating through chapters has never been easier. It's a user-friendly delight. A masterclass in audiobook narration! The performer maintained perfect consistency in character voices throughout while keeping the main narration clear and engaging. The production was flawless - no weird edits or background noise. I'll be seeking out more works by this narrator.
Street Squirrel
The selection of classics is a treasure trove for literature enthusiasts. This app has made me realize that I don't need a lot of time to read. ListenBook's attention to detail in design and functionality sets it apart from other audiobook apps. I'm impressed with the wide range of supported formats. Finally, an app that plays all my audiobooks flawlessly. Navigating through chapters is a breeze with ListenBook. It's easy to jump to specific sections.
Midnight Rider
The bookmark feature is a lifesaver – no more losing my place in the story! 🏝️ Basking in the sun while indulging in literary adventures – this app makes outdoor relaxation even better. ☀️📖 Book groups are a thoughtful addition. It's like having virtual bookshelves!
Trash Master
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Fl00d
The ListenBook app has become an indispensable part of my daily routine, helping me learn and relax simultaneously. Audiobooks have made waiting in lines and queues so much more bearable. Supports extensive playlists and bookmarks. Very user-friendly. Love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
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