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."
Grave Digger
I'm discovering books I wouldn't have considered before, and my reading horizons are expanding. The fact that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats without DRM protection is a huge win. Auto-rewind is incredibly helpful. Excellent functionality.
Toy Town
This app has brought stories to life in a way that traditional reading never could. The sleep timer is a lifesaver. I fall asleep listening to my books every night. The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices. The subtle background music at key moments enhanced the experience without being distracting. More audiobooks should use this technique when appropriate!
Digital Goddess
I'm able to catch up on my reading list even during the busiest days. This app is a book lover's dream come true β a vast library right at your fingertips. Audiobooks at my fingertips β this app's functionality is truly impressive.
Nutmeg
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StormCake
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Gold Dahlia
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Sepukku
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QuestWeaver
This app's user-friendly interface has made reading on-the-go a breeze. This audiobook was neither good nor bad - simply average. The narrator's delivery was professional but uninspired, and the recording quality was clean though not exceptional. It provided satisfactory entertainment without standing out from similar titles. The subtle background music at key moments enhanced the experience without being distracting. More audiobooks should use this technique when appropriate!
WanderWord
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Light Despair
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Toy Town
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MythMaker
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Trash
ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fun way to experiment with the audiobook experience. Automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a touch of elegance to my audiobook collection. Downloading audiobooks is a breeze, thanks to the variety of options available. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
Saint La-Z-Boy
ListenBook has brought the joy of audiobooks back into my life in a whole new way. ListenBook has become my workout buddy. It keeps me entertained and motivated during exercise. 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.
Acid Queen
Makes listening to audiobooks so easy and enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook! Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment enhance the listening experience significantly.
Slacker Cat
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Shivers
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Pinball Wizard
ListenBook's compatibility with various audio formats ensures that I can enjoy a wide range of content hassle-free. Automatic metadata retrieval adds a professional touch to my audiobook collection.
Biscuit Meg
I've fallen in love with genres I never thought I'd explore, all thanks to this app. Great for multitasking! I listened while cooking, driving, and even working out, and it kept me entertained the whole time. The narratorβs voice was pleasant, and the story flowed smoothly. Very enjoyable!
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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