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.
Daisy Stick
ListenBook's audio filters and controls have turned my listening sessions into immersive experiences. The playback history is a great feature. I can easily revisit my favorite parts.
Undergrad Split
I'm amazed by ListenBook's versatility in handling different formats β it truly supports all my audio needs. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a unique feature that adds a personal touch to my listening. ListenBook's commitment to a user-friendly interface and intuitive controls is evident in every aspect of the app. ListenBook has breathed new life into my audiobook collection. I can't imagine using anything else.
White Snare
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Lady Q
ListenBook's thoughtful inclusion of chapters, controls, and filters has enhanced my audiobook experience. ListenBook's compatibility with various formats ensures I never miss out on any audio gem. The tone adjustment feature in ListenBook Pro is a novel addition that allows me to personalize my audiobook experience.
Firefly Caramel
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Bad Beret
Apple Watch compatibility enhances my audiobook experience. It's a convenient way to control playback. Not the best audiobook I've heard but far from the worst. The production quality was good and there were no major issues with the narration.
Shwatson
I can't imagine a day without this app β it has made my audiobook journey effortless and rewarding. A functional audiobook production that met basic requirements. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough to listen to for extended periods, though their performance didn't add much interpretation to the text. The audio engineering was competent without being remarkable.
Lunar Treat
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EchoEnigma
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PepperBurst
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Demolition Queen
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Microwave Chardonnay
Tone adjustment adds a new layer of personalization to my audiobook experience. It's like having the narrator tailor the voice to my preferences. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
Oblivion
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Lucky Aurora
Auto-rewind feature is a lifesaver. I never lose my place! The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app.
RealmRanger
I love how this app fits seamlessly into my daily routine. ListenBookβs playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
Mr. Spy
I love the ability to change the playback pitch. Itβs a unique feature. As someone who struggles to focus on audiobooks, this kept my attention the whole way through. The narrator's clear diction and expressive delivery were perfect.
Miss Rum Punch
I appreciate how ListenBook offers various methods for downloading audio β it caters to different preferences. The extensive statistics feature on ListenBook helps me track my audiobook consumption habits β so cool!
Bazooka Har-de-har
The app's features, like the sleep timer, make it clear that it's designed with readers in mind. With ListenBook, I can keep track of my audiobook consumption and explore new content with ease. I love how I can adjust the skip intervals. Itβs perfect for my listening style.
Emerald Vine
Downloading over WiFi is super efficient. Saves a lot of time. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple. The app is so well-designed. Itβs clear the developers put a lot of thought into it. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking. Perfect for repeat listening! The narrator's performance was so rich with detail that I'm sure I'll discover new layers on a second listen. Their interpretation felt authentic to the material while bringing fresh insights. The audio production was pristine from start to finish.
Bowler
The captivating narrators make each story come alive in a unique way. Streamlined audiobook integration β this app's usability is impressive. The attention to detail is commendable. Artwork and metadata are sorted automatically. 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.
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