Book description
There's a reason Earthsea has been whispered about for decades-it's not just a fantasy trilogy, it's a masterclass in quiet magic. And the audiobook? It's where the story truly breathes. Simon Vance's narration is like a warm hand guiding you through the misty coasts of Earthsea, his voice perfectly balancing the weight of Le Guin's wisdom with the lightness of a storyteller sharing secrets.
What makes this audio experience so special? Le Guin's prose is famously spare and lyrical-every word counts. On the page, you might skim a line about a shadow or a wave. But in audio? The pauses, the rhythm, the way Vance lingers on phrases like "the land of the dead" or "the Ring of Erreth-Akbe" makes you feel the story settle in your bones. You hear the ocean in The Farthest Shore, the hush of the Tombs of Atuan, and Sparrowhawk's quiet resolve as he walks toward his destiny.
This isn't about flashy battles or epic chants. It's about the quiet power of naming things, the cost of wisdom, and the courage it takes to face your own shadow. Vance nails that tone-no dramatics, just a steady, thoughtful cadence that makes you lean in. You'll catch nuances you might've missed reading: the way Sparrowhawk's voice shifts from boyish confidence in Wizard of Earthsea to weary grace in The Farthest Shore. And that final line? "He entered his boat, Lookfar, turned his back on land, and without wind or sail or oar moved westward over the sea and out of sight." Vance delivers it like a sigh, and it sticks with you long after the last chapter.
If you've never experienced Earthsea in audio, you're missing half the journey. The book's themes-balance, responsibility, the quiet strength of aging-land deeper when you hear them. It's not an escape; it's a conversation. And after listening, you'll find yourself pausing mid-sentence, just to let Le Guin's words sink in.
So grab the audiobook. Sit in the quiet of your kitchen, your car, or your favorite chair. Let Vance guide you to Earthsea, where magic isn't in the spells-it's in the space between words, and the courage to keep sailing west.
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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