Book description
Chinua Achebe is considered the father of modern African literature, the writer who "opened the magic casements of African fiction." The African Trilogy--comprised of Things Fall Apart, Arrow of God, and No Longer at Ease--is his magnum opus. In these masterly novels, Achebe brilliantly imagines the lives of three generations of an African community as their world is upended by the forces of colonialism from the first arrival of the British to the waning days of empire. The trilogy opens with the groundbreaking Things Fall Apart, the tale of Okonkwo, a hero in his village, whose clashes with missionaries--coupled with his own tragic pride--lead to his fall from grace. Arrow of God takes up the ongoing conflict between continuity and change as Ezeulu, the headstrong chief priest, finds his authority is under threat from rivals and colonial functionaries. But he believes himself to be untouchable and is determined to lead his people, even if it is towards their own destruction. Finally, in No Longer at Ease, Okonkwo's grandson, educated in England, returns to a civil-service job in Lagos, only to see his morality erode as he clings to his membership in the ruling elite. Drawing on the traditional Igbo tales of Achebe's youth, The African Trilogy is a literary landmark, a mythic and universal tale of modern Africa. As Toni Morrison wrote, "African literature is incomplete and unthinkable without the works of Chinua Achebe. For passion, intellect and crystalline prose, he is unsurpassed."
DuckDuck
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Lumberyard
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Pixie
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Spoiler Betty
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Daffy Neo
I love how this app's user-friendly interface allows me to navigate through chapters and controls effortlessly. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of storytelling with friends.
Danger Menace
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MuseMaster
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ShadowFax
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Eye Candy Kitten
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Moon Peaches
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MicroStar
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Shivers
Binaural audio processing is a godsend. My ears don't fatigue even during extended listening. Adjustable playback speed and volume control are top-notch.
Solitaire
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Sapiens
ListenBook's library organization and book groups have made managing my audiobooks a breeze. With this app, I can seamlessly switch between audiobooks and real life. Absolutely loved the narration! The voice actor brought the characters to life with distinct tones and emotions. The production quality was top-notch, with no background noise or distractions. A truly immersive experience! A middle-of-the-road audiobook that neither impressed nor disappointed. The narrator's voice was agreeable enough for extended listening, though their character differentiation could have been stronger. The production met basic industry standards without any standout qualities.
Pocket Mazda
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Sokol
The minimalist interface and intuitive settings make for an amazing user experience. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a brilliant way to connect. Finally, an app that caters to audiobook enthusiasts like me. The diverse format support and user-friendly design are a game-changer. π±π ListenBook's statistics feature is eye-opening. I had no idea how much time I spent immersed in audiobooks until I started using it.
LocKz
ListenBook's compatibility with various audio formats ensures that I can enjoy a wide range of content hassle-free. High-quality playback even with complex formats like FLAC. Impressive! The seamless integration with CarPlay adds convenience and entertainment during my daily commutes. The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks. Solid performance overall though some character voices sounded too similar. I occasionally got confused about who was speaking in dialogue-heavy scenes.
ByteBard
The app's compatibility with various devices ensures I never miss a moment of my book. Downloading audiobooks is a breeze, thanks to the variety of options available. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my library look organized and professional.
Coldy
As a language learner, this app has been invaluable in improving my listening skills. Streamlined audiobook integration β this app's usability is impressive.
Preach Man
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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