Book description
A New York Times Notable Book Finalist for the National Book Critics Circle Award A personal, lyrical narrative about storytelling and empathy, from the author of Orwell's Roses Apricots. Her mother's disintegrating memory. An invitation to Iceland. Illness. These are Rebecca Solnit's raw materials, but The Faraway Nearby goes beyond her own life, as she spirals out into the stories she heard and read--from fairy tales to Mary Shelley's Frankenstein--that helped her navigate her difficult passge. Solnit takes us into the lives of others--an arctic cannibal, the young Che Guevara among the leprosy afflicted, a blues musician, an Icelandic artist and her labyrinth--to understand warmth and coldness, kindness and imagination, decay and transformation, making art and making self. This captivating, exquisitely written exploration of the forces that connect us and the way we tell our stories is a tour de force of association, a marvelous Russian doll of a book that is a fitting companion to Solnit's much-loved A Field Guide to Getting Lost.
Solo Kill
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Club Nola
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Twix Bond
This app has reignited my passion for reading, and I'm forever grateful. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my dictaphone recordings much more comfortable to listen to. π Whether I'm cooking, commuting, or relaxing at home, this app's seamless functionality keeps me engaged in captivating narratives. π§β¨ CarPlay compatibility is a fantastic addition. It enhances my driving experience with seamless audiobook integration.
Mustard Centaur
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Lucky Aurora
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Whip 2T
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VisionVoyager
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Friday Fox
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Congo Wire
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ThreadTrail
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Shivers
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X-Dew
ListenBook's intuitive layout and quick access to chapters make audiobook navigation a breeze. Bookmarking my favorite parts of audiobooks is now a breeze. Love this feature! Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a revelation. It enhances the audio quality and makes listening comfortable. Looping playback helps me retain knowledge from audiobooks effectively. It's an invaluable tool.
Whip 2T
I can't believe how convenient this app has made my reading experience. This app's ease of use has made reading a seamless part of my daily routine. π‘ This app's convenience is a blessing β I can squeeze in reading time between managing household tasks! π±π©βπ³ With this app, every moment becomes an opportunity to indulge in fantastic stories. The controls, layout, and seamless playback are a reader's dream. ππ§ I love the ability to change the playback speed. Itβs perfect for my needs.
Sass Burst
I can't remember the last time I was this excited about 'reading' books! ListenBook's dedication to excellence shines through in its performance and features.
Thumb Candy
The app's customization options allow me to tailor the listening experience to my liking. This app has turned audiobook listening into a daily ritual for me. I love how this app makes even the most mundane tasks exciting with audio stories. This app's sleek design and effortless controls have made audiobook listening an immersive experience. I can't imagine a day without this app β it has made my audiobook journey effortless and rewarding.
NexusNavigator
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Mad Viral
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Snout Pixie
This app has brought stories to life in a way that traditional reading never could. The drag-and-drop download feature on ListenBook is incredibly convenient β no more complicated processes. ListenBook's compatibility with various formats has made it my go-to app for all audio content. Tone adjustment adds a unique touch to my listening experience. I'm hooked! I love how easy it is to download audiobooks with ListenBook. The app is incredibly convenient.
Blistered Outlaw
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Homerun Diva
The narrators' voices on this app are so soothing β it's my relaxation therapy. I'm hooked on this app's effortless integration with my daily activities. The app is perfect for people with busy schedules. I can listen on the go. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
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