Book description
A giant of American humor makes his Penguin Classics debut with "probably the best book in the world" (Neil Gaiman, from the Introduction), in a stunning Deluxe Edition featuring the original, full-color illustrations The hands of all thirteen clocks stand still in the gloomy castle on a lonely hill where a wicked Duke lives with his niece, the beautiful Princess Saralinda. The Duke fancies he has frozen time, for he is afraid that one day a Prince may come and win away the hand of the Princess--the only warm hand in the castle. To thwart that fate, he sets impossible tasks for Saralinda's suitors. But when the bold Prince Zorn of Zorna arrives, disguised as a wandering minstrel, and helped by the enigmatic Golux, the cold Duke may at last have met his match. Since it was first published in 1950, James Thurber's sublimely whimsical fairy tale of love forestalled but ultimately fulfilled has delighted readers of all ages. It is published here with Marc Simont's enchanting, full-color illustrations from the first edition. For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.
Barbera Shift
This app's compatibility with different formats ensures that I never miss out on a great audiobook. Perfect for studying with its playback controls and audio filters. Excellent app! The narrator's voice was so pleasant and easy to listen to. They had perfect pacing and made even the slower parts engaging. I found myself looking forward to my commute just to listen more! Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
Chameleon
This app has broadened my literary horizons, introducing me to new authors. ListenBook has made my daily walks so much more enjoyable. I'm always learning now! Drag and drop downloads are genius. It simplifies the entire process.
Midas
The extensive statistics feature on ListenBook helps me track my audiobook consumption habits β so cool! ListenBook's audio filters and controls have turned my listening into a personalized experience. ListenBook has truly transformed my audiobook experience. The sleek interface, extensive format support, and easy downloading options make it my go-to app! The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
Pistol Hydro
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DZE
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Honey
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Lumberyard
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Feline Devil
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Acid Queen
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Gentle Avenger
I'm exploring new genres and authors I wouldn't have considered otherwise. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly enhanced my audio quality.
Rink Ruler
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Mad Viral
Audiobooks have made my commutes so much more enjoyable, and I'm always excited to listen. Audiobooks have made my long commutes enjoyable, and I'm always eager to see what's next. I've fallen in love with genres I never thought I'd explore, all thanks to this app. πΆπ Replacing tunes with stories β my house is alive with the sound of narration! π§π ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature simplifies the process of adding new audiobooks to my collection.
Winter Bite
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Crazy Eights
The statistics tracking feature is a gem. I'm surprised by how much time I spend on audiobooks! The compatibility with Apple Watch is a game-changer. Controlling my audiobooks from my wrist is genius.
ButterQuest
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LoreLoomer
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Twix Esses
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a brilliant way to connect. 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§ The statistics tracking feature is a gem. I'm surprised by how much time I spend on audiobooks!
Cardinal Rebel
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Lady Fantastic
Listening to audiobooks has become my daily ritual for relaxation and escape. π₯ Audiobook enjoyment at the tap of a finger β this app's functionality is a testament to modern convenience. π±π Kudos to the developers for making this app iOS 16 optimized. It runs like a dream!
Scuffs
I'm hooked on this app's effortless downloading process β I can have my favorite audiobooks in seconds. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history featureβitβs so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
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