Book description
A disastrous error on the field sends five lives into a tailspin in this widely acclaimed tale about love, life, and baseball, praised by the New York Times as "wonderful...a novel that is every bit as entertaining as it is affecting." Named one of the year's best books by the New York Times, NPR, The New Yorker, Los Angeles Times, Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, Christian Science Monitor, Bloomberg, Kansas City Star, Richmond Times-Dispatch, and Time Out New York. At Westish College, a small school on the shore of Lake Michigan, baseball star Henry Skrimshander seems destined for big league stardom. But when a routine throw goes disastrously off course, the fates of five people are upended. Henry's fight against self-doubt threatens to ruin his future. College president Guert Affenlight, a longtime bachelor, has fallen unexpectedly and helplessly in love. Owen Dunne, Henry's gay roommate and teammate, becomes caught up in a dangerous affair. Mike Schwartz, the Harpooners' team captain and Henry's best friend, realizes he has guided Henry's career at the expense of his own. And Pella Affenlight, Guert's daughter, returns to Westish after escaping an ill-fated marriage, determined to start a new life. As the season counts down to its climactic final game, these five are forced to confront their deepest hopes, anxieties, and secrets. In the process they forge new bonds, and help one another find their true paths. Written with boundless intelligence and filled with the tenderness of youth, The Art of Fielding is an expansive, warmhearted novel about ambition and its limits, about family and friendship and love, and about commitment -- to oneself and to others. "First novels this complete and consuming come along very, very seldom." --Jonathan Franzen
Pepper
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Bombay Shivers
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Athena Star
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Dance Cannon
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Fist Wizard
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Cross Thread
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SunnySnap
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Solitaire
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Hog Butcher
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Killah Goose
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ByteBard
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Cabbie
The ListenBook app has enriched my daily life, adding a layer of intellectual and emotional fulfillment. Navigating chapters is a breeze with ListenBook. It's a user-friendly and seamless experience. This audiobook made my workouts fly by! The engaging narration kept me motivated to keep listening, which meant longer gym sessions. The narrator's energy matched the material perfectly - upbeat when needed, somber when appropriate. A great example of how narration can enhance text. This audiobook kept me company during a long road trip and made the miles disappear! The narrator's engaging performance and the crisp production quality made for an immersive experience. I appreciated how well they balanced drama with clarity - never sacrificing understanding for effect.
Are Ess Tee
ListenBook's compatibility with various formats has made it my go-to app for all audio content. ListenBook's dedication to user convenience is evident in the drag-and-drop download feature from web browsers. Bookmarking my favorite parts of audiobooks is now a breeze. Love this feature!
HighBomber
This app's convenience has turned my exercise sessions into enlightening moments. I've found my new favorite narrator! Their voice was perfectly suited to this material, with just the right blend of authority and approachability. The production quality was broadcast-level - no distracting breaths, clicks, or inconsistent volume. Already looking for more of their work.
LunaStar
I appreciate the minimal ads โ it's all about uninterrupted enjoyment. Kudos to the developers! Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's design focuses on seamless interaction. CUE playlist support is a fantastic addition. It helps me organize my audiobooks effortlessly.
Snake Eyes
Kudos to ListenBook for optimizing the app for iOS 16 โ it shows their dedication to excellence. With this app, I've turned my daily commutes into exciting journeys through the world of literature.
Gothic Gucci
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook is a fun feature that adds a unique touch to my audiobook experience. I can't get enough of this app's versatile features โ from playback speed to bookmarking, it's all there. ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch adds a new level of convenience to my audiobook journey. The attention to detail is commendable. Artwork and metadata are sorted automatically. The narrator's voice took some getting used to - a bit nasal at first - but I grew to like it after a few chapters. Their pacing was excellent throughout.
Roadblock
I've become the storyteller of my family, sharing the amazing audiobooks I've discovered. I've found solace and relaxation in the pages of countless audiobooks. I can't get enough of this app's intuitive design โ it's like a personal library right at my fingertips.
Granola Dove
The app's features, like the sleep timer, make it clear that it's designed with readers in mind. I can't get enough of this app's convenience โ it has transformed my audiobook journey into a joyous experience. ๐ง Finally, an app that understands my need for convenience and ease of use! Audiobooks have never been this accessible. ๐๐ฑ ListenBook has enriched my life with a world of captivating stories and knowledge. It's not just an app; it's a portal to endless possibilities. I love the statistics feature. Itโs fun to see how much Iโve listened.
Frosty Squid
The ability to switch between different books effortlessly is a major plus. Looping playback is a brilliant study tool. Thanks to ListenBook, my learning has improved! ListenBook has made managing my audiobook collection a breeze. Library organization is top-notch. The app is well-designed and user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a joy. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars!
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