Book description
Forget everything you think you know about Poe. This isn't just another collection of spooky tales; it's the definitive audiobook experience of a mind that reshaped storytelling forever. Forget the cheap graveyard clichΓ©s - the real Poe was a brilliant, misunderstood innovator whose work directly birthed detective fiction and sci-fi, influencing giants like Dostoevsky and Baudelaire long before he was celebrated stateside.
This audiobook delivers everything: the chilling pulse of "The Tell-Tale Heart," the haunting beauty of "Annabel Lee," the groundbreaking "The Murders in the Rue Morgue," and the gothic masterpiece "The Fall of the House of Usher." But it's more than just famous pieces. You'll discover lesser-known stories and poems that reveal Poe's astonishing range - his sharp literary criticism, his scientific curiosity, his profound exploration of grief and obsession. Hearing his intricate rhythms and darkly poetic cadence spoken aloud? It's transformative. You don't just read the raven's "Nevermore"; you feel its echo in the silence.
Poe's genius wasn't just in the scares; it was in dissecting the human psyche under pressure. His stories aren't about ghosts; they're about the terrifying fragility of the mind, the weight of guilt, the allure of the abyss. This audiobook makes that timeless relevance undeniable. The narrator's voice - whether whispering secrets in "The Pit and the Pendulum" or delivering the Raven's chilling refrain - immerses you completely, turning pages into palpable dread and beauty.
This isn't a relic. It's a living, breathing testament to why Poe's voice still resonates. Baudelaire championed him in France, recognizing the depth beyond the surface horror; this audiobook lets you experience that depth. You'll hear the birth of the detective story, the seeds of modern horror, and the raw, beautiful poetry that continues to haunt us. Don't just read about Poe's legacy; let his words settle in your bones. This is the essential, complete experience - the voice of a true revolutionary, finally heard as he was meant to be. Press play. Let the master of suspense take you down.
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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