Book description
From the author of The Metamorphosis and The Trial--one of the greatest writers of the twentieth century--the haunting tale of K.'s relentless, unavailing struggle with an inscrutable authority in order to gain access to the Castle. Translated and with a preface by Mark Harman.Arriving in a village to take up the position of land surveyor for the mysterious lord of a castle, the character known as K. finds himself in a bitter and baffling struggle to contact his new employer and go about his duties. The Castle's original manuscript was left unfinished by Kafka in 1922 and not published until 1926, two years after his death. Scrupulously following the fluidity and breathlessness of the sparsely punctuated original manuscript, Mark Harman's new translation reveals levels of comedy, energy, and visual power previously unknown to English language readers.
About the Author
FRANZ KAFKA was born in 1883 in Prague, where he lived most of his life. During his lifetime, he published only a few short stories, including "The Metamorphosis," "The Judgment," and "The Stoker." He died in 1924, before completing any of his full-length novels. At the end of his life, Kafka asked his lifelong friend and literary executor Max Brod to burn all his unpublished work. Brod overrode those wishes. MARK HARMAN holds a Ph.D. from Yale University and has taught German and Irish literature at Oberlin and Dartmouth. In addition to writing scholarly essays on Kafka and other modern authors, he has edited and co-translated Robert Walser Rediscovered: Stories, Fairy-Tale Plays, and Critical Responses and has translated Soul of the Age: Selected Letters of Hermann Hesse, 1891-1962. He teaches literature at the University of Pennsylvania.
SunnySnap
With ListenBook, I've found a reliable and enjoyable way to listen to audiobooks and expand my knowledge. I'm addicted to this app's curated playlists and recommendations โ they're spot on. Finally, an app that lets me enjoy audiobooks without worrying about file formats!
CZR
๐ถ Music? Nah, I prefer immersing myself in captivating stories with this app! ๐ถ๐ ListenBook's support for looping and shuffling playback adds versatility to my audiobook enjoyment. Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks has become effortless, regardless of the source. The app is perfect for people who love to read but donโt have the time.
Red Woman
๐ฑ An app that respects my time and delivers on functionality โ audiobook listening has never been this effortless. ๐๐ Simplifying my reading routine โ this app's ease of use is remarkable. ListenBook has become an integral part of my daily routine. Its compatibility with Apple Watch and CarPlay makes it the ultimate companion for various activities.
Heaven Sent
I'm hooked on this app's seamless performance โ it's like having a personal audiobook curator. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun and interactive way to connect. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history featureโitโs so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Homerun Diva
This app's convenience has made my audiobook addiction thrive! โฐ Waking up to audiobooks โ mornings have never been this magical and inspiring! โ๏ธ๐ง ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. It enhances the clarity of recordings and makes my listening sessions more enjoyable.
Terror Master
ListenBook has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary journeys of the mind. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history featureโitโs so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Wonder Lady
ListenBook's compatibility with playlists and CUE files is a great addition for those who love organized listening. ListenBook's seamless audio player has turned my listening sessions into moments of pure delight. I can finally listen to all my audiobooks seamlessly with ListenBook. The customizable playback controls and chapter navigation make it a breeze. Shuffle playback is a fun feature. It keeps me engaged with my audiobooks. Makes listening to audiobooks so easy and enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook!
TulipCake
๐งโโ๏ธ Finding zen in the art of listening โ this app takes mindfulness to a new level! ๐งโโ๏ธ๐ง Looping playback is a valuable study tool. It helps me grasp complex content and retain information.
WanderWord
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I go. ListenBook's dedication to delivering a high-quality playback experience sets it apart from other apps. I'm hooked on this app's ability to transform my ordinary moments into exciting opportunities for learning. ListenBook's player features, like chapters and bookmarks, make it a versatile tool for any listener.
Mad Viral
Simplifying my audiobook experience โ this app's design is a game-changer. I appreciate the dark mode option. Itโs easy on the eyes during nighttime listening.
Zesty Dragon
ListenBook's support for various download methods and audio formats ensures that I can always find what I'm looking for. The extensive statistics feature on ListenBook helps me track my audiobook consumption habits โ so cool! I can't get enough of this app's convenience โ it has transformed my audiobook journey into a joyous experience. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch makes it an essential companion for my daily commutes and workouts. It's convenience at its finest! ListenBook's noise reduction feature in the Pro version is a game-changer. I can now focus on the story even in noisy environments.
AlertXis
The audio filters on ListenBook enhance the sound quality, making every listening session a treat for my ears. This app has made me realize that there's always time for a good book. Effortlessly enjoying audiobooks on the go โ kudos to this app's functionality. ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats ensures that my audiobook collection is always accessible. ListenBook is packed with useful features. Itโs the best audiobook app Iโve used.
Classy Dancer
I'm addicted to this app's curated playlists and recommendations โ they're spot on. Listening to books while doing chores? This app makes it possible! The statistics feature is brilliant. I love seeing how much time I spend on audiobooks with ListenBook. ListenBookโs support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily.
Serendipity
The 'Continue Listening' feature ensures I never lose my place, no matter where I am. Every moment is an adventure with this app by my side. Its intuitive features and diverse format support ensure that my audiobook journey is seamless and exciting. ๐๐ง Playlists and bookmarks are super helpful. Love using ListenBook!
FireBerry
I'm addicted to this app's ability to turn mundane moments into opportunities for intellectual growth. ๐ฑ My pocket-sized library โ this app makes reading accessible anytime, anywhere! ๐๐ฑ
Acid Gosling
Being able to customize the listening duration is perfect for quick breaks. I can't imagine my audiobook routine without ListenBook's seamless audio player. ListenBook has turned my everyday moments into extraordinary journeys of imagination. Tone adjustment is so cool. It's like customizing the reader's voice to my liking. Library organization is simplified with ListenBook. It's easy to keep my audiobooks neat and tidy.
Virgo Moon
๐ถโโ๏ธ๐ Walking my way through exciting narratives โ this app makes exercise more fun! ๐๏ธ๐ง ListenBook's sharing options make it easy for me to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook has become my workout buddy. It's seamlessly integrated with Apple Watch.
Sw33per
Thanks to ListenBook's extensive statistics, I can track my audiobook consumption and celebrate my progress. ListenBook's intuitive controls and beautiful layout make my audiobook experience a delightful one. I can't imagine my audio routine without ListenBook's seamless and user-friendly design.
DragonBlood
Audiobooks have become a part of my self-care routine, thanks to this app. ๐ฅ Simplifying my reading routine โ the app's functionality ensures I'm always one click away from literary adventures. ๐๐ ListenBook Pro takes things up a notch with unlimited audiobook length. It's a game-changer!
Demo
ListenBook has transformed my daily commute. I look forward to my journeys with this app by my side. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history featureโitโs 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