Book description
A haunting examination of groupthink and mass hysteria in a rural community A Penguin Classic "I believe that the reader will discover here the essential nature of one of the strangest and most awful chapters in human history," Arthur Miller wrote in an introduction to The Crucible, his classic play about the witch-hunts and trials in seventeenth-century Salem, Massachusetts. Based on historical people and real events, Miller's drama is a searing portrait of a community engulfed by hysteria. In the rigid theocracy of Salem, rumors that women are practicing witchcraft galvanize the town's most basic fears and suspicions; and when a young girl accuses Elizabeth Proctor of being a witch, self-righteous church leaders and townspeople insist that Elizabeth be brought to trial. The ruthlessness of the prosecutors and the eagerness of neighbor to testify against neighbor brilliantly illuminate the destructive power of socially sanctioned violence. Written in 1953, The Crucible is a mirror Miller uses to reflect the anti-communist hysteria inspired by Senator Joseph McCarthy's "witch-hunts" in the United States. Within the text itself, Miller contemplates the parallels, writing: "Political opposition...is given an inhumane overlay, which then justifies the abrogation of all normally applied customs of civilized behavior. A political policy is equated with moral right, and opposition to it with diabolical malevolence." For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.
Stud Buster
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The Howling Swede
The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile. Listened to this on a road trip and it made the hours fly by. Even my passengers who weren't following along commented on how nice the narrator's voice was.
NightWonka
ListenBook's thoughtful inclusion of chapters, controls, and filters has enhanced my audiobook experience. Listening to audiobooks has become a ritual, thanks to this incredible app. This app's convenience has made reading a priority in my busy schedule. ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch is a seamless addition to my daily routine. Playback speed and volume controls are fantastic.
Poptart AK47
This app's support for various formats has made my audiobook collection even more diverse and exciting. With features like auto-rewind, I never lose my place when I pause listening. The app is perfect for people who love to read but don’t have the time.
Scarlet Mary
The fact that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats without DRM protection is a huge win. I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my daily dose of literature. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is an innovative way to make each audiobook unique. Downloading audiobooks is a breeze, thanks to the variety of options available. I love the ability to import books from my computer. It’s so easy.
LoreLoomer
This app has completely transformed my commute – I look forward to it now! The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Succubus In Training
Listening to audiobooks has become my ultimate way to unwind after a long day. I'm hooked on this app's ability to make reading fit into every nook and cranny of my day. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a game-changer. I can enjoy clear recordings. Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
Feral Filly
Audiobooks made accessible and enjoyable – this app's design is a triumph. This was an adequate audiobook for casual listening. The narrator maintained a consistent pace and clear diction throughout, though their performance lacked some emotional range. The audio quality was fine with no significant technical distractions.
Queen Ginger
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9Lives
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Chip Queen
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Jelly Momentum
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Proper
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Pocket Mazda
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Phoenix Tetra
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Flyswat Briggs
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JK Friend
The convenience of having a library at my fingertips is unparalleled. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to spread the joy of storytelling. A fun feature! Download options are abundant, from WiFi to iTunes. It's all about convenience with this app.
Scarlet Mary
ListenBook's commitment to a seamless user experience is evident in its sleek design and intuitive controls. ListenBook has united my love for audiobooks with my passion for learning. What a brilliant app! Listening stats motivate me to read more. Great feature!
Spit Turanga
ListenBook's commitment to providing a smooth and enjoyable listening experience is evident in every detail. This app has broadened my literary horizons, introducing me to new authors. This app's convenience and ease of use have transformed my screen time into productive learning sessions. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval add a professional touch to my carefully curated audiobook collection.
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