Book description
Four very different women--the dishevelled and downtrodden Mrs Wilkins, the sad, sweet-faced Mrs Arbuthnot, the formidable widow Mrs Fisher, and the ravishing socialite Lady Caroline Dester--are drawn to the shores of the Mediterranean that April. As each, in turn, blossoms in the warmth of the Italian spring and finds their spirits stirring, quite unexpected changes occur. The Enchanted April (1922) is a deceptive and timely novel immured in a post-war context, a period noted for its wistful and sometimes satiric writings. Von Arnim's novel is part of this oeuvre and portrays an escape to a carefully described pastoral enclave away from encroaching urbanisation and the spread of new technologies, in an era when the Great War had left many emotionally and physically starved. The journey to San Salvatore by four unhappy women is an escape from stifling parochialism, constraining social and gendered expectations as well as stultifying insularity, but the evocation of an extraordinarily aesthetic and 'enchanted' location suggests more than personal recuperation. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.
Deano
This app has introduced me to authors I'd never heard of โ now they're my favorites! ListenBook's compatibility with various audio formats ensures that I can enjoy a wide range of content hassle-free. I'm impressed by ListenBook's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personal touch to my experience. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly enhanced my audio quality.
Keystone
ListenBook has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary journeys of the mind. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a thoughtful gesture that ListenBook makes seamless. The narrator's voice was like butter - smooth, rich, and utterly pleasant to listen to for hours. They handled complex sentences with ease, making even dense material accessible. I never had to rewind because I missed something due to unclear delivery. Perfection!
Candy Butcher
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ManBreaker
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Undergrad
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Daffy Neo
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Hobo Samurai
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Pepper Legs
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NoiseFire
Being able to download audiobooks for offline listening is a game-changer. ๐ถโโ๏ธ๐ This app's functionality makes every walk an adventure โ I'm immersed in stories as I explore the world around me. ๐๏ธ๐ The app's compatibility with CarPlay enhances my driving experience. Audiobooks on the road have never been better. Tone adjustment adds a new layer of personalization to my audiobook experience. It's like having the narrator tailor the voice to my preferences.
Alias Stick
I love that ListenBook offers both basic and advanced features, catering to all types of users. This app's ease of use has made reading more accessible and enjoyable than ever before. Mastering audiobook navigation โ this app's ease of use is commendable. Automatic artwork and metadata extraction keep my audiobook library organized and visually appealing.
Miss Mustard
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Mule Skinner
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Swedish Pixie
I'm in awe of how this app has made reading a part of my busy life. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback features add versatility to my audiobook listening experience. Noise reduction and tone changing enhance the listening experience. Love it! Love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Crazy Eights
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Nessie Pork
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun and unique feature I can't get enough of. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch has made audiobook listening a part of my daily routine. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature streamlines the process of adding new content to my library. ListenBookโs playback is smooth and reliable. I never have issues with audio quality.
Betty Cricket
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Green Scavenger
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Sultan of Speed
Finally, an app that turns my daily commute into an adventure through literature. ListenBook has made my daily activities more interesting and meaningful โ I'm hooked! Excellent support for various audio formats. Very satisfied. A middle-of-the-road audiobook that neither impressed nor disappointed. The narrator's voice was agreeable enough for extended listening, though their character differentiation could have been stronger. The production met basic industry standards without any standout qualities.
SubWoof330
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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