Book description
The charming, slyly comic novel of romantic longing and transformation that inspired the Oscar-nominated film Four very different women, looking to escape dreary London for the sunshine of Italy, take up an offer advertised in the Times for a "small medieval Italian Castle on the shores of the Mediterranean to be let furnished for the month of April." As each blossoms in the warmth of the Italian spring, quite unexpected changes occur. An immediate bestseller upon its first publication, in 1922, The Enchanted April set off a craze for tourism to the Italian Riviera that continues today. Published here to coincide with a contemporary retelling, Enchanted August by Brenda Bowen, it's a witty ensemble piece and the perfect romantic rediscovery for fans of Jess Walter's Beautiful Ruins and Elizabeth Gilbert's Eat, Pray, Love as well as of Downton Abbey and the hit movie The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel. For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,500 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.
Low Voltage
ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an essential tool for my audiobook enjoyment. ListenBook's absence of synchronization requirements adds to its convenience and flexibility. With this app, I can read anytime, anywhere β it's a reader's dream come true. ποΈ Basking in the sun while indulging in literary adventures β this app makes outdoor relaxation even better. βοΈπ
Moxie
With this app, I can dive into captivating narratives while cooking, cleaning, or commuting β pure magic! This app has brought the magic of books back into my life.
Sidewalk Enforcer
With ListenBook Pro, I can customize the tone of the sound to match my preferences β it's a fantastic touch. This app's ease of use has made reading more accessible and enjoyable than ever before.
Bugger
π Embracing a new reading habit with this app's seamless accessibility. Say goodbye to boredom! π±π The playback history is a great feature. I can easily revisit my favorite parts.
Dredd
Organization made easy! This app's efficient management of my audiobook collection ensures I'm always engrossed in a captivating tale. ππ± ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for clear and distraction-free listening. The sound quality is excellent. It feels like Iβm in the story.
Juno Cream
Finally, an app that lets me enjoy my personal audiobooks, lectures, and speeches effortlessly. This app is a lifesaver! I can now enjoy my favorite books on the go.
Prometheus
Audiobook pleasure simplified β this app's functionality is a reader's delight. Book groups are a thoughtful addition. They help me keep related titles together for a seamless experience.
Iron Butterfly
The quality of the audio is top-notch, making the experience truly immersive. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a game-changer. I can enjoy clear recordings.
Night Train
Kudos to the app for making literature accessible to those with busy schedules. This app has brought back the joy of reading, no matter how busy I am.
Thumb Candy
I'm discovering books I wouldn't have considered before, and my reading horizons are expanding. π§ββοΈβ Sipping tea and getting lost in stories β the ultimate way to unwind! π΅π Navigating through chapters is a breeze. It's like having a personal reading guide.
Con Mammoth
I appreciate the minimal ads β it's all about uninterrupted enjoyment. Kudos to the developers! I'm addicted to this app β it's a non-stop journey through captivating tales. ListenBook's detailed statistics feature helps me keep track of my listening habits. It's amazing to see how much I've learned from all those audiobooks! ListenBook has transformed how I enjoy audiobooks. It's an indispensable part of my routine. Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique feature that adds a personal touch.
Flash
ListenBook has made my daily activities more interesting and meaningful β I'm hooked! πΆββοΈπ Walking my way through exciting narratives β this app makes exercise more fun! ποΈπ§ Navigating audiobooks seamlessly β this app's design is a true winner. ListenBook has transformed my daily commute. I look forward to my journeys with this app by my side. Binaural audio processing really helps reduce listening fatigue. Great feature!
Raggedy Ann
π Embracing a new reading habit with this app's seamless accessibility. Say goodbye to boredom! π±π Managing my audiobook collection is a pleasure thanks to this app's usability. This was my first audiobook in this genre and I'm hooked! The performance brought the story to life in a way reading never could. Already downloaded another by the same narrator.
Rooster
I'm enjoying books I never thought I'd be interested in β all thanks to this app. With this app, audiobook listening has become an integral part of my daily routines β it's pure bliss.
Rummy Stickers
ListenBook has made audiobook listening a personalized and enriching journey. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay is a huge plus during long drives. The app's compatibility with CarPlay enhances my driving experience. Audiobooks on the road have never been better.
InsightInkwell
πΆ Swapping background music for the soothing voices of narrators β audiobooks have become my soundtrack for daily life. π΅π ListenBook has completely elevated my audiobook experience. It's an integral part of my daily routine. Automated artwork and metadata extraction add a professional touch to my audiobook collection.
Crumb Cake
Looping playback is an invaluable study tool. It helps me absorb complex information effortlessly. 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.
Abiss
The statistics feature in ListenBook adds an element of self-awareness to my audiobook consumption. Looping playback is an invaluable study tool. It helps me absorb complex information effortlessly. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling.
Pluto
With this app, reading has become an integral part of my daily routine. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a unique and fun feature. I can customize the narration to my liking. AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks. Great feature! The audio quality is excellent, and the interface is intuitive. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks.
Kazami of Truth
π The ease and functionality of this app make it my go-to choice for immersive audiobook experiences. π±π§ The app is perfect for multitaskers. I can listen while working out.
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