Book description
Ocean Vuong returns with a bighearted novel about chosen family, unexpected friendship, and the stories we tell ourselves in order to surviveOne late summer evening in the post-industrial town of East Gladness, Connecticut, nineteen-year-old Hai stands on the edge of a bridge in pelting rain, ready to jump, when he hears someone shout across the river. The voice belongs to Grazina, an elderly widow succumbing to dementia, who convinces him to take another path. Bereft and out of options, he quickly becomes her caretaker. Over the course of the year, the unlikely pair develops a life-altering bond, one built on empathy, spiritual reckoning, and heartbreak, with the power to transform Hai’s relationship to himself, his family, and a community on the brink.Following the cycles of history, memory, and time, The Emperor of Gladness shows the profound ways in which love, labor, and loneliness form the bedrock of American life. At its heart is a brave epic about what it means to exist on the fringes of society and to reckon with the wounds that haunt our collective soul. Hallmarks of Ocean Vuong’s writing—formal innovation, syntactic dexterity, and the ability to twin grit with grace through tenderness—are on full display in this story of loss, hope, and how far we would go to possess one of life’s most fleeting mercies: a second chance.
Tunez
Finally, a way to enjoy literature on the go without straining my eyes. ListenBook’s playback is smooth and reliable. I never have issues with audio quality. The sound quality is excellent. It feels like I’m in the story.
Alpha
The app's versatility in downloading audio is impressive. It streamlines the process and saves time. ListenBook is like a personal audiobook library in my pocket. Organized and easily accessible. This audiobook was neither good nor bad - simply average. The narrator's delivery was professional but uninspired, and the recording quality was clean though not exceptional. It provided satisfactory entertainment without standing out from similar titles.
NightDream
With this app, every moment is an opportunity to dive into a new story. Finally, an app that values usability – navigating and listening is a breeze! ListenBook's statistics feature is both enlightening and motivating. It's incredible to see the time I've invested in learning through audiobooks. I love the ability to change the background color. It’s a nice touch.
Yellow Menace
The family subscription option is a money-saver – everyone gets to enjoy their favorite books. Kudos to ListenBook for the intuitive design and easy-to-use controls. It's evident that they've put a lot of thought into user experience.
Red Hot Kevorkian
I can't thank this app enough for making my audiobook experience so effortless. From downloading to playback, it's a true companion for book lovers. 📚💫 The statistics tracking feature is eye-opening. I never realized how much time I spend on audiobooks until now! I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature.
Moon Solitaire
This app has made my workouts and chores so much more enjoyable. With this app, I've rediscovered the joy of reading through my ears, making every moment more valuable. I can't believe how easily this app has fit into my daily routine. Efficiency meets audiobooks – this app's functionality is a true triumph. Effortless and enriching – that's how I'd describe my experience with this app. Its functionality, from seamless downloads to binaural audio processing, has truly raised the bar. 📱📖
Shwatson
I can't imagine my audiobook routine without ListenBook's intuitive and user-friendly design. 💪 Doubling the impact of my workouts – exercising and exploring stories, all thanks to this app! 💪🎧
Widow Curio
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch has made my listening experience even more seamless. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my audio content much more enjoyable in noisy environments. 🚗📖 Transforming traffic jams into opportunities for literary exploration – this app keeps me engaged on the road! 🚗🎧 ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a dream come true for those epic tales. It's like having a personal audiobook library in your pocket.
Cosmo
ListenBook's audio filters have transformed the way I experience audio content – it's a real game-changer. Looping playback is a game-changer for my study sessions. It helps me absorb information more effectively.
Trash Master
Audiobooks have made my commutes so much more enjoyable, and I'm always excited to listen. Streamlined audiobook integration – this app's usability is impressive. Audiobook magic at my fingertips! This app's comprehensive features, from statistics tracking to enhanced audio quality, enrich my reading. 📚✨ Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a fun way to personalize the listening experience. Library organization and book groups make managing my audiobook collection a breeze.
Honey
The 'Continue Listening' feature ensures I never lose my place, no matter where I am. ListenBook has changed my audiobook game forever. No more format woes!
Amphibi-Dangerous
ListenBook's absence of synchronization requirements adds to its convenience and flexibility. I'm hooked on this app's ability to make reading fit into any moment. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is such a fun way to spread joy. Organizing my audiobook library has never been easier. The app keeps everything tidy. Packed with useful features. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook app.
Candy Butcher
With this app, I can enjoy my favorite stories while traveling, making my journeys more delightful. I can't get enough of this app – it's like having a personal library with me. Binaural audio processing is a godsend. My ears don't fatigue even during extended listening.
Willow Dragon
The audio filters on ListenBook enhance the sound quality, making every listening session a treat for my ears. Auto-rewind feature is very useful. Excellent app! WiFi downloads save a lot of time. Great feature! This app is perfect for audiobook lovers. The interface is beautiful and easy to navigate.
Steel
The app's reliability and ease of use make it a true gem in the world of audiobooks. ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. It's my go-to app for literary adventures.
Bad Beret
💪 Achieving double wins – workouts become invigorating with stories to fuel my motivation! 💪🎧 💪 Juggling tasks while enjoying stories has never been easier – this app's functionality is a multitasking marvel. 💼📖 Binaural audio processing is a game-changer – my ears stay comfortable during long listening sessions.
Devil Chick
ListenBook has made listening to audiobooks, lectures, and speeches an absolute pleasure. ListenBook's dedication to delivering a top-notch experience is evident in every detail. ListenBook’s bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. It’s a fun feature.
ByteBard
I can't believe I waited so long to start listening to audiobooks – this app has converted me! ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app is packed with useful features. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. 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!
Little Drunk Girl
I can't believe how easy it is to download and manage my audio content using ListenBook. The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook collection.
Demo
ListenBook's dedication to providing an excellent user experience sets a new standard in audiobook apps. I love that ListenBook Pro allows me to customize the tone of the sound – it adds a personal touch. I'm grateful for ListenBook's support for a wide range of formats, making it a one-stop solution for audio content. This app is my audiobook haven. With a user-friendly interface and features like audio filters, I'm engrossed in stories like never before. 📖🔊 ListenBook's attention to detail is commendable. Every aspect of the app is well-crafted.
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