Book description
My Dear Friend,
October 15th, 1936
I've just finished listening to Burroughs' latest adventure and felt compelled to write you about it. You know how I typically find his jungle tales somewhat predictable, but this one surprised me entirely.
The narrator's voice carries such weight when describing Tarzan's transformation into Muzimo - there's something haunting about hearing our familiar ape-man embrace this darker, more mystical identity. The way he speaks the ancient words and embodies this spirit form sent actual chills down my spine during my evening walks.
What struck me most was how the story examines loyalty and betrayal among Orando's people. The audiobook's performer does remarkable work distinguishing between the various tribal voices, making each character feel authentic rather than like mere caricatures. You can practically hear the tension in their whispered conversations about the traitors in their midst.
The inclusion of Kali Bwana as a proper English lady searching for her missing companion adds an unexpected layer. Her scenes provide welcome relief from the otherwise brutal jungle politics, though the narrator ensures we never forget the constant threat lurking beneath the surface.
Burroughs has crafted something different here - less straightforward adventure and more psychological exploration wrapped in familiar trappings. The Leopard Men themselves are genuinely frightening villains, their cult rituals described with enough vivid detail to make you grateful you're listening in the safety of your own home.
Tarzan's dual nature as both man and spirit creates fascinating internal conflict that the audio format captures beautifully. I found myself looking forward to each chapter, eager to see how this strange new version of our hero would navigate the complex web of tribal warfare and personal redemption.
You should certainly give it a listen.
Yours in literary discovery,
Margaret
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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