Book description
Willa Sibert Cather was born on 7th December, 1873 and although born in Virginia grew up and was educated in Nebraska, the eldest of seven children. Although she moved to Pittsburgh for a job on a woman's journal and later to New York City for an editorial post, her successful novels were about frontier life and informed by her experience in Nebraska. The western state's harsh weather and dramatic landscape coupled with the multi cultural immigrant communities and Native American families forging their lives amid such hardships provided a hugely rich seam that she skilfully and movingly expressed in her work. She was critically acclaimed for these books and awarded the Pulitzer Prize in 1922. Willa was a very private person and whilst she often dressed as a man, nicknamed herself as William and had significant relationships with women, most notably with the editor Edith Lewis who she lived the last 39 years of her life, her sexual identity is not really clear. Willa Cather died 24th April, 1947 having received the Gold Award for Fiction, a prestigious prize awarded once a decade by the National Institute of Arts and Letters for an author's body of work. She was aged 73 and buried on a hillside in New Hampshire where her tombstone reads: The truth and charity of her great spirit will live on in the work which is her enduring gift to her country and all its people.
Trip
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Glyph
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Mud Finger
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Girl Brownie
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Berlin Kamikaze
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Good William
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Thumb Candy
The ability to switch between different books effortlessly is a major plus. The narrators on this app are truly talented – they bring characters to life. This app's user-friendly layout and quick access to controls have made audiobook listening a breeze. ListenBook is a must-have for any audiobook enthusiast. It's reliable, efficient, and a pleasure to use.
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Purity
Navigating chapters and genres is a breeze with this app's functionality. ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
Energy
I love how this app fits seamlessly into my daily routine. Efficient audiobook enjoyment – this app's functionality is a revelation. Effortless audiobook management – this app's usability is a winner. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature. A textbook example of great audiobook narration! The performer's diction was flawless, their pacing ideal, and their emotional range impressive. I never felt like I was being "read to" but rather like I was experiencing the story firsthand. The audio engineering was equally professional.
Saber-RED
Gone are the days of straining my eyes to read – this app lets me 'read' with my ears, anywhere, anytime. AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks. Great feature! ListenBook makes organizing my audiobooks simple. The app is very user-friendly. ListenBook’s playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
Burn
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Firefly
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Lord Theus
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ThoughtTracer
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction is a lifesaver. I can hear clearly even in noisy environments. The statistics tracking feature is eye-opening. I never realized how much time I spend on audiobooks until now! The app is so reliable. I’ve never had any issues with it.
Crazy Eights
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Demo Zero
The narrator's voice in some audiobooks is so soothing, it's like a spa for the ears. This app has helped me achieve my reading goals and explore new genres effortlessly. This app is a game-changer for anyone who's always on the go – it's like carrying a library in my pocket. The app is lightweight and doesn’t drain my battery. What a delightful listening experience! The narrator's timing was impeccable, knowing exactly when to pause for effect or let the words flow. Their character voices were distinct yet natural - no over-the-top accents or distracting vocal tics. The audio quality was consistently excellent.
Foot-long Fry
This app has become my ultimate travel companion, ensuring that I'm always entertained and inspired. Effortlessly immersing in stories – this app's ease of use is a game-changer. The app's attention to detail is commendable. It's evident in every feature.
Hemlock
The voice actors are incredible – they make the characters come alive. ListenBook's beautiful layout and quick access to chapters make navigation effortless. I'm blown away by the quality of narration on this app – it's like being in the story. ListenBook's dedication to providing an excellent audiobook experience is evident in its smooth and silky playback.
Iron Jesus
Thanks to ListenBook, I've rediscovered the joy of exploring my favorite content on multiple devices. Audiobooks have become my go-to entertainment, and this app is the reason. I can't believe how much more I'm 'reading' now, thanks to this app.
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